Can magnetic pulses lift depression?
NCT ID NCT02506127
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) for people with major depression who still have symptoms despite taking medication. About 30 adults will receive either real or sham (fake) stimulation to see if it helps reduce depression scores. The goal is to find a safe, drug-free way to ease depression symptoms.
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UCLA TMS Clinic and Research Service
Los Angeles, California, 90025, United States
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