Low-dose transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) for tinnitus

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This pilot study will apply low-dose tDCS to adults with subjective idiopathic tinnitus to identify the most effective stimulation regimens and the most sensitive outcome measures for future trials. Eligible participants who can safely undergo tDCS and provide informed consent in English will receive controlled stimulation sessions following predefined procedures, with randomisation and blinding used where feasible. The primary focus is on safety, tolerability, and detecting a signal of clinical benefit rather than providing definitive proof of efficacy. The work is conducted at the University of Nottingham and is intended to guide a larger, definitive randomised trial.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 18 or over
* Suffering from subjective idiopathic tinnitus
* Sufficient understanding of English to be able to provide informed consent
* Able to safely undergo tDCS

Exclusion Criteria:

* Aged under 18
* Not suffering from tinnitus or suffering from objective tinnitus
* Insufficient understanding of English to be able to provide informed consent
* Unable to safely undergo tDCS as assessed by tDCS Safety Questionnaire
* Having taken part in a research study in the last 3 months involving invasive procedures or an inconvenience allowance

Where it's running

• University of Nottingham
  Nottingham, United Kingdom Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Magdalena Sereda, PhD — University of Nottingham
• Study coordinator: Magdalena Sereda, PhD
• Email: magdalena.sereda@nottingham.ac.uk
• Phone: 00441158232625

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.