Magnetic pulses to the brain: a new hope for bipolar depression?

NCT ID NCT06524505

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Tianjin Anding Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive device called deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) can improve mood and thinking in people with bipolar depression. One hundred adults will receive either real or sham dTMS sessions over four weeks, while continuing their usual medication. The goal is to see if adding dTMS helps reduce depressive symptoms and boost cognitive function.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a new, non-drug option to help lift depression and sharpen thinking in people with bipolar disorder.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage trial. The sham group also receives standard medication, so any added benefit of dTMS may be small or not last long. Some people may find the stimulation uncomfortable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bipolar depression bipolar disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BIPOLAR DEPRESSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Tianjin Anding Hospital
RECRUITING

Tianjin, China

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