Shock therapy lite? brain zaps show promise for Post-Stroke blues

NCT ID NCT06598670

First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation called tDCS on 60 people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and were feeling depressed. The goal was to see if it could improve their mood, thinking, and quality of life. The treatment is not a cure, but it may offer a safe way to ease symptoms without medication.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pakistan Railway General Hospital

    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 466000, Pakistan

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