Walk and zap: new study tests brain boosting combo for seniors
NCT ID NCT05830942
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether combining a special walking exercise with mild electrical brain stimulation can improve thinking and walking in adults aged 65 and older who have memory or mobility problems. Participants will do walking tasks while receiving either real or fake brain stimulation. The goal is to see if this combo can restore lost function.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to help older adults maintain thinking and walking abilities.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 120 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The brain stimulation is mild and short, so benefits may be small or temporary.
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Locations
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Brooks Rehabilitation
RECRUITINGJacksonville, Florida, 32653, United States
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University of Florida
RECRUITINGGainesville, Florida, 32610, United States
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