Stimulation to Improve Memory

Description

This study will test the effects of different doses of a form of non-invasive brain stimulation for the treatment of individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia of the Alzheimer's Type (DAT).

Conditions

Mild Cognitive Impairment, Dementia of Alzheimer Type

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Study Details

Study overview

This study will test the effects of different doses of a form of non-invasive brain stimulation for the treatment of individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia of the Alzheimer's Type (DAT).

Testing High Definition Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (HD-tDCS) as Treatment of Mild Cognitive Impairment

Stimulation to Improve Memory

Condition
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Ann Arbor

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States, 48105

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • 1. Diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) or dementia of the Alzheimer's type (DAT)
  • 2. Must be MRI compatible, criteria that also apply for High Definition transcranial direct current stimulation (HD-tDCS; e.g., absence of metallic or electronic implants in the upper body or head)
  • 3. Stable on relevant medications for at least 4 weeks prior to study enrollment
  • 1. Certain neurological diseases
  • 2. Certain psychiatric conditions
  • 3. Severe sensory impairment

Ages Eligible for Study

55 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

University of Michigan,

Benjamin Hampstead, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Associate Professor

Study Record Dates

2025-05-31