Zapping seizures away: targeted brain stimulation offers new hope for epilepsy
NCT ID NCT04782869
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS in 17 people with drug-resistant epilepsy. The stimulation was personalized using prior brain recordings to target the exact area causing seizures. The goal was to see if this approach could safely reduce seizure frequency and improve mood.
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Service d'Epileptologie et de Rythmologie Cérébrale
Marseille, 13005, France
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