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New treatment option for Dyslexia, Developmental
Official title Enhancing Letter-Speech Sound Learning and Reading Network Activation With Transcranial Electrical Stimulation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07546292
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study investigates the effects of transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) on the brain and its potential to enhance reading-related learning. Adult participants with a range of reading abilities will receive transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS) while they perform an artificial orthography learning task.
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 35. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age 18-35
- All genders
- Written informed consent by the participant
- German speaking (native)
- Right-handed
You likely can't join if
- Diagnoses of neurological disorders, intellectual disabilities, or psychiatric disorders (We do not exclude participants with common comorbidities of...
- History of any acquired brain damage or evidence of fetal alcohol syndrome
- Hearing problems and vision problems that cannot be corrected
- Inability to follow procedures or understand the instructions given in (Swiss-)German
- Current use of psychoactive medications or substances, or a history of substance abuse that may affect brain function, performance or MRI signal...
- A nonverbal IQ \< 80
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 18-35
- All genders
- Written informed consent by the participant
- German speaking (native)
- Right-handed
- Diagnoses of neurological disorders, intellectual disabilities, or psychiatric disorders (We do not exclude participants with common comorbidities of dyslexia, specifically dyscalculia, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity...
- History of any acquired brain damage or evidence of fetal alcohol syndrome
- Hearing problems and vision problems that cannot be corrected
- Inability to follow procedures or understand the instructions given in (Swiss-)German
- Current use of psychoactive medications or substances, or a history of substance abuse that may affect brain function, performance or MRI signal quality
- A nonverbal IQ \< 80
- Having previously participated in a transcranial electrical stimulation study
- Knowledge to read or write in a language using foreign letters (i.e., different from the Latin alphabet)
- Contraindications to brain stimulation or MRI, such as: History of epilepsy or severe migraine; Skull breach such as craniotomy; Wearing neurostimulators or cardiac pacemakers; Wearing hearing aid devices or cochlear...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Zurich, Switzerland
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?
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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 35 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Zurich, Switzerland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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