Electric headset may help children with dyslexia read better
NCT ID NCT07762365
First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp during reading lessons can improve reading skills in children aged 7 to 17 with dyslexia or reading difficulties. Half the participants receive active stimulation, while the other half receive a sham (placebo) version, with all children completing structured reading instruction. Reading proficiency is measured before and after the intervention, with a possible follow-up up to a year later. The device is investigational and not yet approved by the FDA.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) delivered via a scalp headset during structured reading instruction
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a new, non-invasive way to enhance reading support for children with dyslexia, potentially improving their reading skills and academic outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is early and small, and the device is investigational. It may not produce meaningful improvements, and there are unknowns about safety and long-term effects.
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Conditions
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Locations
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General Neuro, Inc.
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02131, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
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