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NCT05225233 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
tDCS With Cognitive Training to Reduce Impulsivity and Weight in Veterans With Obesity
A NA study of Obesity, sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 124
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT05225233: Recruiting NA study of Obesity, sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development.
NCT05225233 is a NA study of Obesity that is actively recruiting participants, run by VA Office of Research and Development. The registered enrollment target is 124 participants, below the 819-participant average among 1,053 other Obesity trials with a reported enrollment target (85% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT05225233, a NA study of Obesity, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 124 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate if transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can increase the effectiveness of cognitive training to reduce impulsivity in individuals with obesity, and to evaluate weight change with these individuals. The long-term goal of this research is to develop new treatment approaches for individuals with obesity.
Primary Outcome
Differences in the magnitude of change in NIH Flanker Reaction Time (RT) (ms) between active and sham groups from baseline to follow up sessions.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DEVICE Sham Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS)
- DEVICE Active Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS)
Study Locations (1)
Minnesota
- Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN - Minneapolis
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 124 participants |
| Start Date | 2022-11-23 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-04-30 |
| Phase | NA |
What NCT05225233 shows while recruiting
NCT05225233 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registered 124 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 819-participant average among 1,053 other Obesity trials with a reported enrollment target (85% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Obesity appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Sham Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) is the first listed.
NCT05225233 reports a single indexed study location in Minnesota.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT05225233 about?
NCT05225233 is a clinical study titled "tDCS With Cognitive Training to Reduce Impulsivity and Weight in Veterans With Obesity". The purpose of this study is to investigate if transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can increase the effectiveness of cognitive training to reduce impulsivity in individuals with obesity, and to evaluate weight change with these individuals. The long-term goal of this research is to develo...
What is the current status of trial NCT05225233?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 124 participants. The study started on 2022-11-23. Estimated completion is 2026-04-30.
What conditions does trial NCT05225233 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Obesity.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT05225233?
The interventions under investigation include: Sham Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) (DEVICE), Active Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) (DEVICE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT05225233?
This trial is sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development, which has 1,668 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT05225233 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Minnesota. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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