Schizophrenia study: TMS
Official title Medial-prefrontal Enhancement During Schizophrenia Systems Imaging
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04807530
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out if a specific type of brain stimulation can improve how people with schizophrenia judge their own actions and overall brain function.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for healthy adults and adults diagnosed with schizophrenia.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive a painless, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and undergo brain scans to check for changes.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not specify the total duration or the number of visits required.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 64. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Good general physical health
- English is first language
- No neurological disorder
- Meets MRI criteria
- Schizophrenia diagnosis of any illness duration,
You likely can't join if
- Implanted metallic parts of implanted electronic devices
- Pregnant or trying to become pregnant
- Any condition that would prevent the subject from giving voluntary informed consent
- Scalp wounds or infections
- Claustrophobia precluding MRI
- Ongoing seizures
See the full eligibility criteria
- Good general physical health
- English is first language
- No neurological disorder
- Meets MRI criteria
- Schizophrenia diagnosis of any illness duration,
- Clinical stability, defined as 12 weeks outpatient status and 4 weeks low to moderate dose of antipsychotic medication (\<1000 mg. chlorpromazine equivalents), plus stable doses of all other psychotropic medications
- Implanted metallic parts of implanted electronic devices
- Pregnant or trying to become pregnant
- Any condition that would prevent the subject from giving voluntary informed consent
- Scalp wounds or infections
- Claustrophobia precluding MRI
- Ongoing seizures
- Neurological disorder
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- San Francisco, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 64 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at San Francisco, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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