Magnetic brain stimulation offers new hope for seniors with depression and memory loss
NCT ID NCT03665831
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 28 times
Summary
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation method called deep TMS in 28 adults over 60 who have Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment along with depression that hasn't improved with medication. The treatment uses a special coil to stimulate deeper brain areas for 4 weeks. The goal is to see if it can safely reduce depression symptoms and possibly help with thinking problems.
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