Could a gentle zap to the brain restore arm movement after stroke?

NCT ID NCT07151729

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Tan Tock Seng Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the brain (tDCS) can improve arm and hand movement in people who recently had a stroke. Fifty participants with severe arm weakness will receive either real or fake (sham) stimulation during rehab. The goal is to see if this painless, non-invasive technique boosts recovery beyond standard therapy alone.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: anodal transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-invasive way to help stroke survivors regain arm function during rehabilitation.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial (50 people) testing a new stimulation site. The effect may be small or no better than sham, and results may not apply to all stroke patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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STROKE

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Locations

Tan Tock Seng Hospital - Integrated Care Hub
RECRUITING

Singapore, Singapore, 307382, Singapore

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