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Non-invasive Neurostimulation as a Tool for Diagnostics and Management for Neurodegenerative Diseases

Non-invasive Neurostimulation as a Tool for Diagnostics and Management for Neurodegenerative Diseases

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Overview

Double blinded, sham-controlled, randomized trial on repeated transcranial alternating current brain stimulation (tACS) in neurodegenerative diseases. The investigators will evaluate whether a 4-times daily repeated stimulation with gamma tACS on the posterior parietal cortex can improve symptoms in patients with neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia with Lewy Bodies, Alzheimer's disease, idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus and Frontotemporal dementia.

Description

Double blinded, sham-controlled, randomized trial on repeated transcranial alternating current brain stimulation (tACS) in neurodegenerative diseases. The investigators will evaluate whether a 4-times daily repeated stimulation with gamma tACS on the posterior parietal cortex can improve symptoms in patients with neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia with Lewy Bodies, Alzheimer's disease, idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus and Frontotemporal dementia.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Mild Cognitive Impairment due to Alzheimer's disease
  • Dementia with Lewy Bodies
  • Frontotemporal dementia
  • Idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH)

Exclusion Criteria:

  • History of seizures
  • Pregnancy
  • Metal implants in the head (except dental fillings)
  • Electronic implants (i.e. pace-maker, implanted medical pump)
  • Age <18 years

Study details
    Alzheimer Disease
    Frontotemporal Dementia
    Dementia With Lewy Bodies

NCT05326750

Kuopio University Hospital

27 January 2024

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