Scientists test brain zapping methods on healthy volunteers
NCT ID NCT03351764
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tested different ways to apply non-invasive brain stimulation (like magnetic pulses) in 83 healthy adults aged 18-65. The goal was to learn how to make these techniques more effective for diagnosing and treating brain disorders. Participants completed tasks, had brain scans, and wore electrodes to measure brain and muscle activity.
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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