Compare two rTMS treatments for moderate to severe depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a classic type of brain stimulation (rTMS) works better or the same as a deeper version for depression that keeps coming back or is ongoing. You may be offered one of the two stimulation options to see which helps reduce depressive symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You can sign informed consent (freely agree after understanding the study)
- You have a depression diagnosis (either one episode or recurring episodes)
- Your depression score is high enough on the MADRS test (score 21 or higher)
- You have been on the same antidepressant dose or plan for at least 3 weeks
- You are not pregnant and can have rTMS safely (no metal/implant or certain past seizures or brain/spine issues)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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