Can a zapping cap boost brainpower in Alzheimer's?

NCT ID NCT06861231

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Valencia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS with memory and thinking exercises could help people with early Alzheimer's. Twenty-two participants received either real or fake stimulation during 10 sessions of cognitive training. Researchers measured changes in memory and thinking skills right after treatment and again one month later.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to boost memory and thinking skills in people with early Alzheimer's disease.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early study with only 22 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects may be modest or not last long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease Cognitive Dysfunction

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PRODROMAL ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Universidad de Valencia

Valencia, Valencia, 46010, Spain

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