Brain Wave Informed Non-invasive Brain Stimulation: Improving Neural Networks of Working Memory in Dementia: a Proof-of-concept Study
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Conditions studied: Dementia, Alzheimer s Disease
In brief
Working memory helps us hold information for a short time so one can think and make decisions. It keeps thoughts on track. As one gets older, working memory gets weaker. In people with dementia, it gets much worse, making it harder to talk with others, follow directions, or remember things like shopping lists. This may happen because brain waves that support working memory fall out of sync. Researchers can see these brain waves using a test called EEG. In this study, the investigators will try to get these brain waves back in sync using a safe, non-invasive form of brain stimulation called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and will time it to each person's brain waves to make it more effective. The goal is to improve working memory in people with dementia. If successful, dementia patients may be able to be more independent taking pressure off their families.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07673770
- Run by
- McMaster University
- People needed
- 30
- Starts
- 2026-07-07
- Expected to finish
- 2028-08-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-07-07
Who can join
Age: 55 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Individuals must be diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease or related dementias by a clinician.
- Individuals must exhibit adequate oral communication skills and cognitive function sufficient to obtain a score above 10 on the MMSE
- Instructions will be delivered in English; therefore participants must demonstrate an understanding of instruction provided in English.
- Individuals must be at least 55 years or older
You may not qualify if…
- Contraindications to TMS; presence of a pacemaker, metal/electrical/magnetic implants not including titanium, known history of untreated or uncontrolled psychological disorders, pregnancy, history of seizure or diagnoses of epilepsy, are taking any prescription medications that increase the risk of seizure.
- Allergy to rubbing alcohol, which is needed to prepare electromyography for TMS
Where it is running
- Ivor Wynne Center — Hamilton, Ontario, Canada (enrolling)
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