Plain-English translation of NCT06628414 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
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 technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) — a safe, non-invasive method that uses mild electrical pulses applied to the scalp to help reduce tinnitus, the constant ringing or buzzing sound in your ears that has no external source. About 15% of people experience tinnitus, and it often causes anxiety and depression. This study will help researchers understand how to best deliver tDCS treatment and measure whether it actually works for tinnitus.
Current tinnitus treatments don't directly reduce the sound itself — they mainly help manage the anxiety or distress it causes. This trial exists because small studies suggest that the treatment might work by changing brain activity, but we need careful testing in a larger group to be sure it's truly effective before offering it more widely.
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You would receive 10 treatment sessions over 2 weeks. During each session, two soft, sponge electrodes covered in salt water are placed on your forehead, and a gentle electrical current is delivered for 20 minutes — you may feel a slight tingling sensation. Half of participants will receive the active treatment, and half will receive a sham (inactive) version so researchers can compare results fairly. Throughout the study, you'll also answer questions about your tinnitus and may have your brain activity monitored to see if the treatment creates changes.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Sep 4, 2026 · Not medical advice
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