Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation (tACS) in Patients With Ataxia

Interventional Cross-over Study to Evaluate the Efficacy on Motor and Cognitive Performance of Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation (tACS) in Patients With Neurodegenerative Ataxia

The aim of the study is to evaluate the effects on motor and cognitive performance of transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) compared to transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) and placebo stimulation (sham) in patients with neurodegenerative ataxia to identify a possible rehabilitation protocol.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with a cerebellar syndrome and quantifiable cerebellar atrophy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe head trauma in the past
• History of seizures
• History of ischemic stroke or hemorrhage
• Pacemaker
• Metal implants in the head/neck region
• Severe comorbidity
• Intake of illegal drugs
• Pregnancy