๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-01

Spectral Characteristics of Memory Transformation (NCT05946616)

Probing Mechanisms of Procedural Memory Transformation With Cross-frequency Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation (Cf-tACS) as an Avenue to Sculpt Sensorimotor Behavior

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Sometimes, it is necessary to re-learn a previously learned movement behavior, for example, a bad posture during the golf drive or while playing the piano. Unlearning or relearning an intensively trained behavior is particularly important if the behavior is hampering recovery, for example, in chronic pain or after a stroke. With this pilot study, the brain mechanisms that control the change of pre-existing stable memories of a motor skill will be tested with electroencephalography (EEG). Non-invasive brain stimulation will be used to modulate these brain mechanisms and test if it is possible to change the pre-existing motor memory and the learning of a new motor skill.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Medical University of South Carolina โ€” Charleston, South Carolina

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) combined with behavioral intervention (OTHER)
  • Inactive (sham) stimulation combined with behavioral intervention (OTHER)

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Medical University of South Carolina โ€” Charleston, South Carolina

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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