Brain zapping study seeks to unlock rTMS secrets
NCT ID NCT01466439
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested how low (1 Hz) and high (20 Hz) frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) changes brain activity in 30 healthy adults. Participants received both types of stimulation in separate sessions, and their brain waves were measured before and after. The goal was to see if different frequencies have opposite effects on brain inhibition and facilitation, which could help explain how rTMS works for conditions like depression and schizophrenia.
What this could mean
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Active substance
repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help explain how rTMS works in the brain, potentially improving its use for depression and schizophrenia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study in healthy volunteers, not patients. Results may not directly translate to clinical benefits or apply to real-world treatment.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Caen University Hospital, department of psychiatry and explorations fonctionnelles neurologiques
Caen, France