Zapping the brain to help stroke survivors walk better
NCT ID NCT04477330
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a mild brain stimulation technique called tDCS, combined with treadmill training, can improve walking in people who have had a stroke. Researchers will enroll 100 adults who are at least 3 months past their first stroke and have trouble walking. The goal is to see if this approach speeds up recovery and helps understand how the brain changes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a more effective gait rehabilitation protocol for people with chronic stroke, improving walking speed and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with no phase, so results are uncertain. The intervention combines several techniques, making it hard to know which part helps. Benefits may not apply to all stroke survivors.
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Locations
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Physical Therapy
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60612, United States
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