Brain stimulation for treatment-resistant schizophrenia
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a new type of non-invasive brain stimulation, called temporal interference stimulation, to see if it can help reduce symptoms in people with schizophrenia who have not improved with at least two different antipsychotic medications. It is an exploratory study, meaning it is early research to see if the treatment is safe and effective.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old and are right-handed.
- You have a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
- You have tried at least two different antipsychotic medications without enough improvement.
- Your current antipsychotic dose has been stable for at least 4 weeks before starting.
- You must be able to undergo MRI scans, so you cannot have any metal implants, pacemakers, or cochlear implants.
- You are not pregnant.
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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