Brain stimulation treatment for PTSD in military veterans
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a non-invasive brain treatment called TMS, which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas involved in PTSD, along with a medication called D-cycloserine that may help the treatment work better. It is designed for current or former military members with PTSD.
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Who can take part
- You are a military veteran or current service member, between 19 and 60 years old.
- You have PTSD that has been diagnosed, with a certain level of symptom severity (measured by a standard test).
- You have not had a severe drug or alcohol problem (other than tobacco) in the last 3 months.
- Your psychiatric medications have been stable for at least 4 weeks, and any therapy you attend has been stable for at least a month.
- You are willing and able to attend the treatment sessions and pass safety screenings for TMS and MRI.
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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