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Conditions
Interventions
In each of the five experimental sessions, one of three types of anodal
stimulation will be applied. The forms involve one time sham (placebo)
stimulation, twice conventional anodal continuous tDCS
after 5 min, 30 min, and 60 min.
Sponsors
Universiteit Twente
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 99 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - age >18 years - able to make ankle movement with both legs - good vision (on 2 m distance)
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: - history of skin diseases that could result in irritation of the skin underneath the electrodes - history of epilepsy or a known case of epilepsy in a first degree relative - metallic implants in the brain - presence of cardiac pacemakers, cochlear implant or implanted brain electrodes - presence of severe or frequent headache - use of medication that alters the motor cortex excitability - use of any illegal drugs in the last month - (possibility of) pregnancy - had spinal surgery or have drains in their spinal cord or ventricles - current orthopedic problems - neurological disorders - psychiatric disorders - chronic joint pain - severe depression
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The main study parameter is the relative change in reaction time of the ankle movement at the post measurements compared to the baseline measurement. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| - | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed