Guided brain stimulation for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a type of brain stimulation called rTMS that is guided by brain scans to treat depression. It may help people who haven't gotten better with at least two past treatments.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with major depression that has not improved with at least two different treatments.
- Your depression is at least moderate in severity.
- You are not currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- You do not have metal in your body or severe claustrophobia (fear of tight spaces).
- You are not actively suicidal or in immediate need of crisis care.
- You have not had a seizure disorder or taken certain medications that increase seizure risk.
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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