Zapping the brain to sleep: new trial tests gentle electrical waves for insomnia in seniors
NCT ID NCT07147582
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) can improve sleep and reduce anxiety in adults over 60 who have chronic insomnia. Sixty participants will receive tACS sessions, and researchers will measure changes in sleep quality and anxiety levels using standard questionnaires. The goal is to find a safe, drug-free option for common age-related sleep and mood problems.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to improve sleep and reduce anxiety in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. The treatment is non-invasive and generally safe, but results may not apply to everyone with sleep or anxiety disorders.
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Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt
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