Plain-English translation of NCT06599931 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
Read our Stroke research guide →This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a treatment called transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) — a non-invasive technique that uses gentle electrical currents to stimulate specific brain networks involved in motor control. The study aims to understand how this stimulation affects the brain's ability to recover arm and hand function after a stroke, using brain imaging and simple movement tasks to measure its effects.
After a stroke, many people struggle to regain full use of their arms and hands. While brain stimulation techniques show promise for enhancing recovery, researchers don't yet understand exactly how these treatments work or which settings are most effective. This study aims to answer those questions before testing the treatment more widely in patients.
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You would receive three separate sessions of non-invasive brain stimulation, each lasting 20 minutes, spaced 7 to 15 days apart. Before and after each session, you'll undergo brain imaging (MRI) and electrical brain activity recording (EEG), and complete simple hand and finger movement tasks on a tablet. The order in which you receive different stimulation frequencies will be randomly assigned, so you won't know which type you're receiving each time.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 13, 2026 · Not medical advice
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