Clinical trials
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation clinical trials
Below are recruiting transcranial magnetic stimulation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 342 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT05343598Recruiting
Using TMS to study hallucinations in schizophrenia
This study uses a non-invasive brain stimulation method (TMS) along with brain scans (MRI) to better understand why hallucinations happen in schizophrenia. It may help researchers learn more about brain processes involved, which could guide future treatments.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18–55 - NCT05161819Recruiting
Repetitive brain magnetic treatment for somatic symptom disorder
This trial tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (a non-surgical treatment that uses magnets on the scalp) can help people with somatic symptom disorder. If you qualify, you would be evaluated for symptom improvement and for safety during the treatment period.
Douliu, YunlinAges 20–70 - NCT04936009Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for adults with autism
This study tests whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (a non-surgical brain stimulation) can affect brain activity and learning in adults, including some autistic adults. You may also do EEG and eye-tracking tasks during the study.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–40 - NCT04999553Recruiting
Comparing brain stimulation on left vs right side for depression
This study tests whether delivering a type of brain stimulation to the left side of the head is as effective as delivering it to the right side for treating major depression. The treatment is called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas involved in mood.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18–65 - NCT04784832Recruiting
Brain-magnetic training study to improve movement learning
This study tests whether a brain-magnetic (TMS) training approach can improve how people learn and control movements. It’s done in healthy adults to understand how mental training affects motor learning.
DijonAges 18–60 - NCT03758521Recruiting
Natural history study of SSADH deficiency in children and adults
This study tracks how SSADH deficiency (a genetic condition) affects health over time. There is no new drug being tested; instead, researchers collect medical history and perform certain optional scans/tests that can help describe disease patterns and future treatment needs.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT04480918Recruiting
Registry for people with depression or bipolar to receive psychiatry care
This is a patient registry that enrolls people being evaluated for treatment options from an Interventional Psychiatry Service. It helps track patients with depression, bipolar disorder, or treatment-resistant OCD who are suitable for these psychiatry treatments.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–99 - NCT03574207Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for memory in certain adults
This study tests a targeted, non-surgical brain stimulation method to help people with memory, especially remembering facts over time. It compares healthy adults and adults with amnestic mild cognitive impairment (aMCI), using sessions plus brain scans and memory testing.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - NCT03470480Recruiting
Brain stimulation for methamphetamine cravings
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can help reduce cravings for methamphetamine in people who have stopped using it for at least 4 weeks. If you are trying to stay off methamphetamine and struggling with cravings, this treatment might help.
Portland, OregonAges 18–65 - NCT03217110Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for thinking and control
This trial tests whether stimulating the cerebellum (a part of the brain involved in coordination and learning) can improve “cognitive control,” or the ability to focus and manage thoughts. You may be able to join if you have a diagnosis they are specifically enrolling for and you can safely complete the stimulation and study procedures.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–90 - NCT01036581Recruiting
Brain MRI study to improve brain imaging for drug research
This study uses advanced MRI brain scans to better show how the brain responds to medicines (drug-related effects). You may also do extra safety screening and non-invasive brain stimulation for some parts of the research.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–80 - NCT07561372Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for healthy adult volunteers
This trial uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (a non-invasive way to stimulate the brain using magnetic fields) to study how the brain responds. It aims to adaptively improve the recruitment process for future studies and may help researchers better design trials for neurological conditions. As a healthy volunteer, your participation can contribute to scientific knowledge.
New York, New YorkAges 18–90 - NCT06842095Recruiting
Stimulation therapy for stroke recovery
This trial tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique can improve arm movement recovery after a stroke. It is for people who had a stroke affecting their arm and are at least 3 months past the stroke.
OxfordAges 18 years+ - NCT07185438Recruiting
MRI-guided brain stimulation for teenage depression
This study tests whether a type of brain stimulation called rTMS, guided by an MRI scan, can safely help ease depression symptoms in teenagers. You would continue your regular medication during the study.
ChongqingAges 12–18 - NCT07114770Recruiting
Theta Burst Stimulation for Autism in Adults
This study tests whether a painless brain stimulation technique called theta burst stimulation (TBS) can help autistic adults when applied to the cerebellum. The goal is to see if one session or multiple sessions improve symptoms.
TaoyuanAges 18 years+ - NCT06834217Recruiting
Brain stimulation and facing fears in OCD
This study is testing a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation method called tDCS to see if it can help people with OCD reduce their symptoms by practicing facing their fears (a process called extinction). The trial involves wearing a head cap that delivers a mild electrical current while doing computer exercises.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–70 - NCT05895006Recruiting
Study brain responses in PTSD using stimulation and brain scans
This study looks at how anxiety and stress show up in the brain in people with PTSD, using brain stimulation and brain scanning. If you’re eligible, it may help researchers understand your symptoms and how they relate to brain activity.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT06127056Recruiting
Brain stimulation for teens who hurt themselves
This trial tests whether a gentle, non-invasive form of brain stimulation called HD-tACS can help teens who hurt themselves without meaning to die. The stimulation uses electrodes on the scalp to aim electrical signals at specific brain areas, and it is given over several sessions to see if it reduces the urge to self-harm.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 12–18 - NCT07625540Recruiting
Targeted Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Motor and Non-Motor Symptoms
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (using electrical currents applied through the scalp) aimed at the subthalamic nucleus—a brain region involved in movement control—to help reduce both movement-related symptoms (like tremor and stiffness) and non-movement symptoms (like mood and sleep problems) in people with Parkinson's disease.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 50–85 - NCT05013736Recruiting
Study to test recovery in babies with brain injury
This study looks at how well babies recover after certain types of brain injuries that happen around birth, such as stroke, bleeding, or lack of oxygen. You might join if your baby fits the specific age range and has a confirmed injury on brain imaging.
Madison, WisconsinAges birth–2 years - NCT05556655Recruiting
Brain stimulation and how it changes memory task performance
This study tests how a brain stimulation method affects how well you do thinking and memory tasks. You would complete cognitive testing before and after the stimulation, and the researchers look at whether your performance changes.
Fort Collins, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT07507370Recruiting
CARED: A fast new treatment plan for depression
This study tests a quick treatment approach for adults with major depression who have not gotten enough help from at least one antidepressant. It aims to see if a new rapid method can improve mood safely.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–70 - NCT07301177Recruiting
Magnetic stimulation for veterans with nerve pain after injury
This study tests whether a non-invasive magnetic stimulation treatment can help veterans with long-term nerve pain after an injury or surgery. It may offer a drug-free option to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for transcranial magnetic stimulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 342 recruiting transcranial magnetic stimulation 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 transcranial magnetic stimulation 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 transcranial magnetic stimulation 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.
Related conditions
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.