Could a brain ZAP and rehab combo ease movement problems?
NCT ID NCT07642856
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests if pairing a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS) with personalized physical therapy can help people with cerebellar damage (from stroke, tumor, or degeneration) improve movement and daily function. About 30 adults aged 18-75 will participate. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and offers early signs of benefit for coordination, walking, and quality of life.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 30 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jun 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2032
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
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18 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-75 years * Males and Females * Disorders that predominantly affect the cerebellum: damage from stroke, tumor or degeneration (genetic or non-genetic causes, congenital hypoplasia). Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnoses or impairments that interfere with task execution or data interpretation. * Heart pacemaker or other MRI-incompatible implanted metal device * Metallic foreign body in their eye or head * Experience with severe claustrophobia * Experience discomfort from the MRI scan, such as excessive heating of tattoos * Seizures or history of seizure disorder * Alcohol or substance use disorder (self-report) * Diagnosed history of severe psychiatric disorder such as depression, schizophrenia (self-report) * Metallic foreign body in their eye or head (except the mouth e.g. dental fillings) * Specific medications: tricyclic anti-depressants or neuroleptic medication * Any medical condition (including orthopedic, pain, cardiopulmonary or other) that limits safe participation in exercise training
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Motion Analysis Lab in the Kennedy Krieger Institute
RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States
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