Brain zaps may boost speech in progressive aphasia

NCT ID NCT05386394

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study tests a safe, painless brain stimulation technique called tDCS to see if it can improve language skills in people with primary progressive aphasia (PPA), a condition that slowly destroys the ability to speak and understand language. Researchers will compare real tDCS to a sham (fake) version in 180 adults aged 50-90 with certain types of PPA. The goal is to find a new, at-home-friendly treatment to help patients communicate better.

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  • Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care

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    Toronto, Ontario, M6A 2E1, Canada

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  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

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    Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States

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  • University of Pennsylvania

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    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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