New brain zapping schedule shows promise for stubborn bipolar depression
NCT ID NCT03953417
First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This small pilot study tested an accelerated version of theta-burst stimulation, a type of magnetic brain stimulation, in 7 adults with bipolar depression that didn't respond to standard treatments. All participants received the active treatment, and researchers measured changes in depression and mania symptoms. The goal was to see if a faster treatment schedule could safely ease depression.
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Stanford University
Palo Alto, California, 94305, United States
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