Noninvasive brain stimulation for patients with severe brain injuries and consciousness disorders

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 study investigates the effects of transcranial temporal interference stimulation (tTIS) on patients suffering from disorders of consciousness, including unresponsive wakefulness syndrome and minimally conscious state. The approach involves noninvasive neuromodulation targeting specific brain regions to potentially enhance consciousness and cognitive function. The study aims to determine the efficacy of this innovative treatment in improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* traumatic and nontraumatic etiology of VS/UWS or MCS according to published diagnostic criteria.

Exclusion Criteria:

* patients in coma, with less than 1 week after acute brain insult, with fluctuating diagnosis on baseline assessment, and with a metallic cerebral implant or pacemaker, and with epilepsy.

Where it's running

• Xijing Hospital
  Xi'an, Shaanxi, China Recruiting
• Xijing Hospital
  Xi'an, Shaanxi, China Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: wen Jiang, phD — Xijing Hospital
• Study coordinator: Gengyao Hu
• Email: 304517021@qq.com
• Phone: 86-15399059833

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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.