Shock to the system: nerve zap may boost brain function after stroke

NCT ID NCT07626242

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

Summary

This study tests if a non-invasive device that stimulates the vagus nerve can improve blood flow in the brain and thinking skills in people who had a stroke 6-12 months ago. Forty participants aged 50-60 with mild cognitive issues will receive the stimulation. Researchers will measure changes in brain blood flow and scores on a thinking test.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for STROKE are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ischemic stroke stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Ahmed Safwat Kamal

    Cairo, Egypt