Effects of Augmented Reality (AR) and Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS)

Recruiting now · Not applicable · Has a placebo group

Conditions studied: Stroke

In brief

The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to determine the effects of Augmented Reality (AR)-based balance training on improving balance and postural control in chronic stroke survivors and whether the addition of transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) to AR training produces superior outcomes compared to AR training alone.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07629791

Run by

Riphah International University

People needed

28

Starts

2026-05-20

Expected to finish

2026-11-20

Last updated by the study team

2026-07-20

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 90. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Balance impairment confirmed by Berg Balance Scale (BBS) score 21-44.
• Age between 18-90 years.
• Mild or no spasticity in lower limb (MAS ≤ 2)
• have sufficient cognition to follow the instructions provided by the therapists and the computer.

You may not qualify if…

• Individuals with implanted electronic devices (e.g., pacemakers), due to interaction risk with tDCS
• Other medical or psychological conditions affecting participation (e.g., severe pain, epilepsy, pacemaker).
• Patients with severe cognitive deficits or visual impairments

Where it is running

• Railway General Hospital — Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan (enrolling)

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