Zapping the brain while training memory: a new hope for MCI?
NCT ID NCT04246164
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique called HD-tDCS with computer-based cognitive training is feasible for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Eight participants completed 15 sessions over three months. The main goal was to see if people would stick with the treatment, not to prove it works. Early results suggest the approach is worth studying further in larger trials.
What this could mean
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Active substance
high definition transcranial direct current stimulation (HD-tDCS) combined with cognitive training
What this could lead to
If this approach proves feasible and effective in larger trials, it could point toward a non-drug way to slow memory decline in people with mild cognitive impairment.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 8 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The main goal was feasibility, not proof of benefit, and larger studies are needed.
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Locations
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The Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States