Could a gentle zap to the brain boost arm recovery after stroke?
NCT ID NCT07151729
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the brain (called tDCS) can improve arm movement in people who recently had a stroke. Fifty patients with severe arm weakness will receive either real or sham stimulation during rehab. The goal is to see if this painless, non-invasive technique can enhance recovery.
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Locations
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Tan Tock Seng Hospital - Integrated Care Hub
RECRUITINGSingapore, Singapore, 307382, Singapore
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What this could mean
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Active substance
anodal transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new, non-invasive way to help stroke survivors regain arm function during rehabilitation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants. The effect may be small or no better than sham stimulation, and results may not apply to all stroke patients.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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