Zapping the brain to fight Parkinson's fog
NCT ID NCT03025334
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a gentle electrical brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve cognitive problems in people with Parkinson's disease who have mild memory or thinking issues. About 36 participants will receive the stimulation while their brain activity and cognitive performance are measured. The goal is to see if targeting specific brain areas can restore normal communication between brain regions and boost mental function.
What this could mean
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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 ease cognitive problems in Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment is experimental and may not improve thinking or memory.
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University of Manitoba
RECRUITINGWinnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 0J9, Canada
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