Shock and crunch: new combo therapy aims to restore balance after stroke
NCT ID NCT06882213
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether combining a gentle brain-stimulation technique (transcranial direct current stimulation) with core stability exercises can improve trunk control, balance, and walking ability in people who have had a stroke. Sixty participants aged 55 and older who had a stroke within the past six months will be enrolled. The goal is to see if this combination works better than exercise alone.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and core stability exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-invasive way to improve trunk control and balance after a stroke.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects of tDCS can be subtle and vary between individuals.
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Locations
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Beni suef hospital
Banī Suwayf, 62511, Egypt