At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison RecordN/ACompleted· 24 enrolled
Drug / intervention
DC Stimulator PLUS (NeuroConn)device
Likely dose
DC Stimulator PLUS (NeuroConn) - specific parameters not statedAI-extracted
Key inclusion· 4
- ✓Diagnosed with schizophrenia spectrum disorder or other psychotic disorder
- ✓Frequent auditory hallucinations occurring at least 5 times per week
- ✓On stable antipsychotic medication dose for at least 2 weeks (dose can be zero)
- ✓Mentally competent to provide informed consent
Key exclusion· 6
- ✕Metal objects in or around the head that cannot be removed (e.g., cochlear implants, surgical clips, piercings)
- ✕History of seizures or family history of seizures in first-degree relatives
- ✕History of eye trauma with metal object or occupational metal worker exposure
- ✕History of brain surgery, brain infarction, head trauma, cerebrovascular accident, broken skull, brain tumor, heart disease, or cardiac pacemaker
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Transcranial Brain Stimulation and Its Underlying Neural Mechanisms as a Novel Treatment for Auditory Hallucinations
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating DC Stimulator PLUS (NeuroConn) for Psychotic Disorders. Completed, enrolled 24 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The present study aims to investigate whether transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) reduces auditory hallucinations in patients with psychosis. In addition, the neuronal changes of tDCS will be examined.
Study Details
Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
Masking--
Primary Purpose--
ConditionsPsychotic Disorders
CountriesNorway
CollaboratorsHelse-Bergen HF
Timeline
N/ACompletedFinished
2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
First PostedMay 2016
Enrollment StartJul 2016
Primary CompletionMar 2020
TodayJul 2026
First PostedMay 11, 2016
Enrollment StartJul 1, 2016
Primary CompletionMar 1, 2020
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 3.7 yearsPosted 10.1 years ago
Interventions
DC Stimulator PLUS (NeuroConn)device