Zapping the brain to save memories: a new hope for cognitive decline?
NCT ID NCT03331796
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study tested whether a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) could improve memory in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). 69 participants were randomly assigned to receive active rTMS to one of two brain areas or a placebo treatment over 20 sessions. The goal was to see if this approach could help with learning and recalling words, with follow-up lasting 6 months.
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VA Palo Alto Health Care System
Palo Alto, California, 94304, United States
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