Comparing neurofeedback and transcranial pulse stimulation for attention difficulties
Effects of Neurofeedback and Transcranial Pulse Stimulation on Attention
This study is testing whether neurofeedback or transcranial pulse stimulation can help adults with attention difficulties improve their focus.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 180 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The University of Hong Kong Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hong Kong) |
| Trial ID | NCT05834920 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of two interventions, transcranial pulse stimulation (TPS) and neurofeedback, in improving attention among adults with attention difficulties. Participants will be assessed based on their sustained attention scores and will receive one of the two treatments. The study focuses on adults aged 20 and above who meet specific inclusion criteria while excluding those with certain medical and psychiatric conditions. The goal is to determine which intervention is more effective in enhancing attention capabilities.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are right-handed adults aged 20 years and above with sustained attention scores below the threshold.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of brain-related medical issues, cognitive impairments, or psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide new treatment options for adults struggling with attention difficulties.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in neurofeedback and transcranial stimulation, the specific comparison of these two interventions for attention difficulties is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 20 years and above * Right-handed * Normal/corrected hearing and vision * Having basic literacy skills * Having sustained attention scores below the threshold Exclusion Criteria: * Having medical history related to brain * Having mild cognitive impairment * Showing symptoms of depression and anxiety * Having intellectual disability based on IQ scores * Having diagnoses of any psychiatric or cognitive disorders besides attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) inattentive and combined types * Having long-term history of smoking cigarettes * Engaged in alcohol and/or substance abuse * Having history of hemophilia or other blood clotting disorders or thrombosis * Having corticosteroid treatment within the last six weeks before first intervention * Having contraindications for MRI scanning
Where this trial is running
Hong Kong
- HKU InnoCentre of Clinical Neuropsychology — Hong Kong, Hong Kong (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Maria T Wijaya, PhD
- Email: mtwijaya@hku.hk
- Phone: (852) 3917-8927
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.