Brain zaps may flush out toxins after head injury

NCT ID NCT07044596

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study tests whether a mild electrical pulse to a nerve in the head can improve blood flow and waste clearance in the brain. Researchers will measure changes in brain fluid movement using scans. The goal is to see if this approach could one day slow cognitive decline after mild traumatic brain injury.

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Locations

  • University of Wisconsin - Madison

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    Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States

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