Brain zaps tailored to you may boost hand control in aging
NCT ID NCT06561165
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called HD-tDCS can improve hand movement in healthy older adults. Forty right-handed participants will receive either standard or personalized stimulation, plus brain scans. The goal is to see if customizing the stimulation to each person's brain network leads to better hand dexterity.
What this could mean
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Active substance
High-density transcranial direct current stimulation (HD-tDCS)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a non-invasive way to improve hand function in older adults, potentially aiding independence.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study in healthy people, so results may not apply to those with movement disorders. The improvement may be small or not last.
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University of Michigan
RECRUITINGAnn Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States
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