RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06323954

tVNS During Motor Training in Older Adults

Pairing tVNS With Motor Skill Training in Older Adults

Sponsor

Georgia Institute of Technology

Enrollment

34 participants

Start Date

May 27, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Older Adults

Summary

The goal of this study is to learn about the effect of applying transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (tVNS) during motor training on motor learning in older adults. The main question it aims to answer is whether applying tVNS after successful motor trials (post-success tVNS) will facilitate the rate of motor learning. Participants will be randomly assigned to tVNS or sham group and receive tVNS or sham, respectively, at the outer ear during finger control training sessions. Finger control performance will be tested before and after the training sessions without outer ear stimulation.

Eligibility

Min Age: 65 YearsMax Age: 84 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a procedure called Sham stimulation and a procedure called tVNS stimulation for people with older adults. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 65 Years to 84 Years.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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