Magnetic stimulation for ALS: a study on slowing progression
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a gentle, non-invasive magnetic stimulation applied to the head to see if it can slow the progression of ALS. It uses a special device that creates a static magnetic field, and researchers will also look for biomarkers in your body that may help predict how the disease will progress.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with possible, probable, or definite ALS (a type of motor neuron disease).
- Your ALS symptoms started less than 2 years ago.
- Your ALS symptoms have been getting worse over the past 3 months (a decline of more than 1 point on the ALS functional rating scale).
- You are currently taking the medication riluzole (50 mg twice a day).
- Your breathing is good (lung function test shows at least 75% of normal, and you have no trouble breathing when lying down, talking, or swallowing).
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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