Clinical trials
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) clinical trials
Below are recruiting repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rtms) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 115 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06482749Recruiting
Magnetic brain stimulation for better recovery after surgery
This study tests whether magnetic brain stimulation before and after surgery can help older adults with mild memory or thinking problems recover their thinking abilities faster. You would receive either real or sham stimulation for a few days around your surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 65 years+ - NCT06726954Recruiting
Magnetic brain stimulation for spinal cord injury pain
This study tests whether a magnetic treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can help reduce nerve pain that some people have after a spinal cord injury. rTMS uses painless magnetic pulses to gently stimulate the brain, and it may help change how your brain processes pain.
AfyonkarahisarAges 18–75 - NCT06639594RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized brain stimulation for impulse control: a pilot study
This early study tests whether a personalized type of noninvasive brain stimulation (called rTMS) can help people who have trouble controlling impulsive behaviors, especially related to eating. It is for adults with a BMI over 30 who do not have other major medical or mental health conditions.
Houston, TexasAges 21–60 - NCT06585709Recruiting
Brain stimulation for opioid use disorder treatment
This trial tests if brain stimulation can help people starting buprenorphine for opioid use disorder. It aims to improve treatment outcomes and support recovery.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06597942RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Brain stimulation for Alzheimer's disease
This study tests whether a new type of brain stimulation (called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS) with a larger coil can improve memory and thinking in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. It involves multiple sessions of rTMS and MRI scans.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 55–100 - NCT06534047RecruitingPhase 4
Brain stimulation or nicotine patch to help you quit smoking
This study tests whether a brain stimulation treatment called rTMS can help people with psychiatric conditions quit smoking. You will be randomly assigned to get either rTMS or a nicotine patch, and your progress will be tracked to see which treatment works better.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–70 - NCT06540300Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for non-suicidal self-injury
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can help reduce self-harm urges and behaviors. It is for people who have non-suicidal self-injury (when you hurt yourself on purpose without wanting to die).
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 10–55 - NCT06424184Recruiting
Fast brain stimulation for addiction and depression
This study tests a quick, non-invasive brain stimulation method (rTMS) to help people who use stimulants like cocaine or methamphetamine and also feel depressed. The goal is to see if it can reduce cravings and improve mood.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06270238Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation to improve arm function after stroke
This trial tests whether a personalized, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment (rTMS) can help improve arm function in people who had a stroke within the past 3 months. It is designed for patients with moderate to severe arm weakness who are still in the hospital.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT06155682Recruiting
TMS for Improving Self-Control in Schizophrenia
This trial tests whether a type of brain stimulation called TMS can help people with schizophrenia improve their ability to stop impulsive actions. By targeting the part of the brain that controls inhibition, researchers hope to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Catonsville, MarylandAges 18–45 - NCT06152705Recruiting
fMRI-Guided vs. Standard Brain Stimulation for Depression
This study compares two types of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to treat depression. One type uses a brain scan (fMRI) to guide the treatment, while the other uses a standard approach. It may help people whose depression hasn't improved with medication.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06105164Recruiting
Brain's Fullness Circuit Study
This study uses brain imaging and mild magnetic stimulation to explore how a brain circuit helps you feel full after eating. It may help us understand eating behaviors and weight regulation.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06128746Recruiting
Magnetic brain stimulation for arm stiffness in children with hemiplegia
This trial tests whether a magnetic stimulation treatment (called rTMS) can help reduce muscle stiffness in children with hemiplegia caused by a brain injury. The treatment is non-invasive and may improve arm movement.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 4–18 - NCT06002581Recruiting
Using brain stimulation to slow Parkinson's disease progression
This study tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS (repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) can slow down Parkinson's disease by improving slow-wave sleep. It aims to help people with mild to moderate Parkinson's who are stable on their medication.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 50–80 - NCT05198076Recruiting
TMS follow-up study for balance changes in Parkinson’s
This study looks at how “high-frequency TMS” (a brain stimulation treatment) may change balance in people with Parkinson’s disease over a 6-month follow-up. You may be considered if you have mild to moderate Parkinson’s, have not had TMS before, and are medically stable.
Giza, Ad Doqi, Giza District, Giza GovernorateAges 55–70 - NCT05977439Recruiting
Brain training for depression recovery
This study uses brain imaging and stimulation to help people with depression learn how to regulate their emotions better. It aims to find out if targeting specific brain networks can improve symptoms.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–65 - NCT05974202Recruiting
Brain stimulation and therapy for cocaine use
This study tests a combination of brain stimulation (rTMS) and talk therapy (CBT) to help people reduce cocaine use. It's for adults who want treatment and use cocaine at least once a week.
New York, New YorkAges 22–65 - NCT05918835Recruiting
Transcranial magnetic stimulation for food choices in anorexia
This study tests if repeated transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can change how women with anorexia nervosa make food choices. You would receive rTMS while staying in a hospital eating disorders unit.
New York, New YorkAges 18–35 - NCT05723588RecruitingPhase 2
TMS brain stimulation to help veterans quit smoking with PTSD
This Phase 2 study tests whether targeted brain stimulation (TMS) can improve smoking quit outcomes in Veterans who also have PTSD. It also uses brain imaging (MRI) to understand what changes in the brain may help people quit.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT05712057Recruiting
Brain stimulation vs therapy for emotion regulation problems
This trial compares a type of brain stimulation (rTMS) to therapy to help people better manage strong emotions. You may be eligible if you have ongoing difficulties with emotion control and meet specific mood, anxiety, or related symptom criteria.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–55 - NCT05671185Recruiting
Brain stimulation for schizophrenia symptoms and depression
This study tests repeated brain stimulation (rTMS) to see if it can improve symptoms of schizophrenia and related depression, and measure body/brain changes. You may be considered if you have schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder with enough depressive symptoms, and if recent treatments and medical safety factors fit the rules.
Douliu, YunlinAges 20 years+ - NCT05553353Recruiting
Repeated brain stimulation for depression after spinal cord injury
This study tests a non-drug treatment called repeated transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to reduce depression symptoms in people with depression after a spinal cord injury. You might be eligible if you have ongoing major depression and can safely receive magnetic pulses to the head.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–60 - NCT05584124RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation to treat fatigue after stroke
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to see if it can reduce fatigue after a stroke. If you have ongoing tiredness that started or got worse after your stroke, this treatment might help.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 34–80 - NCT05570344Recruiting
Texting support plus brain stimulation for hard-to-treat depression
This study tests whether adding supportive text messages to brain stimulation (repetitive TMS) helps people with depression that has not improved after at least two antidepressant tries. It may help some people by combining a brain-based treatment with ongoing daily encouragement and support.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rtms)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 115 recruiting repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rtms) studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rtms) trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rtms) trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.