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Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation to Ameliorate Post-Stroke Cognitive Impairment.

Authors :
Sloane, Kelly L.
Hamilton, Roy H.
Source :
Brain Sciences (2076-3425); Jun2024, Vol. 14 Issue 6, p614, 22p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Post-stroke cognitive impairment is a common and disabling condition with few effective therapeutic options. After stroke, neural reorganization and other neuroplastic processes occur in response to ischemic injury, which can result in clinical improvement through spontaneous recovery. Neuromodulation through transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a promising intervention to augment underlying neuroplasticity in order to improve cognitive function. This form of neuromodulation leverages mechanisms of neuroplasticity post-stroke to optimize neural reorganization and improve function. In this review, we summarize the current state of cognitive neurorehabilitation post-stroke, the practical features of tDCS, its uses in stroke-related cognitive impairment across cognitive domains, and special considerations for the use of tDCS in the post-stroke patient population. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20763425
Volume :
14
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Brain Sciences (2076-3425)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
178160225
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci14060614