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Tests treatment safety and results for Disorders of Consciousness
Official title Effectiveness of tTIs for Improving Consciousness in Patients With DoC
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07539740
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a new type of brain stimulation called theta-burst patterned temporal interference stimulation (tTIs) works to improve awareness in people with disorders of consciousness (DoC). The main questions it aims to answer are: 1.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Age: 18 to 70 years old.
- Condition: Patients diagnosed with Disorders of Consciousness (DoC), including Vegetative State (VS)/Unresponsive Wakefulness Syndrome (UWS) or...
- Duration: Disease course ≤ 1 year.Medical History: No history of neuro-psychiatric disorders prior to the brain injury.
- Handedness: Right-handed.Safety: No contraindications for tTIs, EEG, or MRI.
- Medication: Not currently using sedative drugs or medications that interfere with brain stimulation, such as Na2+ or Ca2+ channel blockers, or NMDA...
You likely can't join if
- Concurrent Trials: Participation in other non-invasive or invasive neuromodulation trials.
- Epilepsy: Uncontrolled epilepsy, defined as a seizure within 4 weeks prior to enrollment.
- Implants: Presence of metal implants in the skull, brain pacemakers, or implanted brain devices (e.g., spinal cord stimulator).
- Structural Issues: Skull defects at the site of stimulation that prevent the implementation of tTIs.
- Systemic Implants: Presence of systemic metal implants, such as cardiac pacemakers.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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