What is the purpose of the study?
PAS-MCI is a study looking at brain plasticity in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Plasticity is the ability for your brain cells to strengthen and make new connections. Without plasticity, we would not be able to form memories. We want to see if noninvasive brain stimulation can enhance plasticity, as well as brain functioning, in people with MCI. If successful, this may help prevent progression to dementia.
Who is needed?
- Age 60 years or above,
- Right-handed,
- Diagnosis of MCI,
- Objective evidence of single or multi domain MCI (based on cognitive assessments administered in the study),
- Able to read and communicate in English and provide informed consent.Individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment
What does the study involve?
- Number of contacts: MCI participants have 18 in-person visits; health controls have 3
- Time period: 2 - 4 months for MCI; 1 - 2 months for healthy controls
- Treatment offered: Yes
Investigator(s): Dr. Sanjeev Kumar
Full Study Title: Enhancing Frontal Lobes Plasticity and Function in Patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Contact Information:
- E-mail: PASMCI@camh.ca
Study End Date: July 1, 2026
REB number: 050/2019
PLEASE NOTE:
- Research staff cannot give medical advice over the phone.
- If you have specific questions regarding your health care, please contact your family physician.
- We regret that not everyone screened for a study will be eligible to participate
- For more information about other treatment options for mental illness or addiction offered by CAMH, visit www.camh.ca or call 416-535-8501.