Wearable Neurotechnology Trial Tests tDCS Device for Sleep Onset Insomnia — Novel Non-Pharmacological Approach
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·17 Apr 2026
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·clinical-trialsA novel wearable neurotechnology device using transcranial direct current stimulation is being tested for sleep onset insomnia in a randomised controlled trial. The PeakSleep device targets frontal lobe circuits to reduce sleep onset latency without medications.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
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