Zapping the brain to fix foggy thinking after concussion

NCT ID NCT07246993

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Minnesota Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether combining a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS with computer-based cognitive training can improve thinking and memory in people still having symptoms 3 to 12 months after a mild concussion. Thirty adults will receive 10 sessions over about 3 weeks. Half will get real stimulation and half a sham (fake) version to see if the real treatment makes a difference.

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 offer a non-drug way to improve thinking and memory for people with long-lasting concussion symptoms.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants. It tests a device and training, not a drug, so results may be modest or not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Brain Concussion traumatic brain injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY PERSISTENT POST CONCUSSION SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Minnesota
RECRUITING

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States

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