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tDCS and the Cardiovascular System in Community-dwelling Elderly.

Pakistan36 participantsStarted 2026-05

Plain-language summary

This study could contribute to the advancements in healthcare by exploring the innovative intervention, which is Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS). Investigating its impact on cardiovascular and locomotor outcomes could give rise to new non-pharmacological interventions for health promotion, disease prevention, and rehabilitation.

Who can participate

Age range60 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Able to ambulate independently (with or without assistive device) * Cognitively intact (MoCA score ≥ 24) * PAR-Q Exclusion Criteria: * History of seizures or epilepsy * Implanted metallic or electronic devices (e.g., pacemakers, ICD) * Uncontrolled hypertension (\>180/110 mmHg) * Severe cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, or orthopedic disorders limiting participation * Active skin conditions at electrode sites * Recent hospitalization (\<3 months) * Ongoing hormonal therapy, anticoagulants, or psychotropic medications

What they're measuring

10-Meter Walk Test (10MWT)

Timeframe: baseline, week 1, and week 5

Blood Pressure Monitor

Timeframe: baseline, week 1, and week 5

6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT)

Timeframe: baseline, week 1, and 5

Short Physical performance battery

Timeframe: baseline, week 1, and 5

Heart rate variability (HRV)

Timeframe: baseline, week 1, and 5

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07573800

SponsorRiphah International University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-12-31

Contact for this trial

Nimra Irshad, DPT

00923157338975 nimrairshad225@gmail.com

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