Brain stimulation for depression in multiple sclerosis
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This study tests a treatment called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain and may help relieve depression in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). If you have MS and moderate to severe depression that hasn't improved with other treatments, this trial might be an option.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with relapsing-remitting or primary-progressive MS.
- Your MS disability level is not too severe (score below 7 on a standard scale).
- You experience significant fatigue (score of 4 or more on a fatigue scale).
- You have moderate to severe depression (score of 18 or more on a depression scale).
- You have tried at least one antidepressant or therapy without enough benefit, and you are not at immediate risk of harming yourself or others.
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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