Zapping the brain to hit the high notes?

NCT ID NCT06612528

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

Summary

This study tested whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS could improve voice quality and range in 45 healthy singers. Participants received either real stimulation to the motor cortex or cerebellum, or a sham (fake) stimulation, during voice training over 10 days. Researchers measured vocal range, voice quality, and self-reported effort before, during, and one month after the sessions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

voice disorders

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Universidade Federal de Pernambuco

    Recife, Pernambuco, 50740-560, Brazil