Magnetic pulses to the brain tested for memory boost in dementia
NCT ID NCT02621424
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tested whether a non-invasive treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) could improve memory and thinking in 32 veterans aged 55+ with mild cognitive impairment or dementia. Participants received magnetic pulses to the brain, and researchers measured changes in verbal learning and naming ability right after treatment and again 4 months later. The goal was to see if rTMS could ease symptoms of cognitive decline.
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VA Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, California, 94304-1207, United States
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