Brain zapping showdown: which depression treatment wins?
NCT ID NCT07026461
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two non-invasive brain stimulation techniques for treating depression: right-sided 1-Hz rTMS and left-sided iTBS. Researchers want to see if the right-sided method works as well as the standard left-sided one. The trial will involve 350 adults with unipolar or bipolar depression, measuring symptom improvement and side effects.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Unit for Brainstimulation
RECRUITINGÖrebro, Sweden
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Unit for Brainstimulation
RECRUITINGUppsala, Sweden
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