New hope for fibromyalgia? brain zaps may ease pain and depression

NCT ID NCT07642882

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

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can reduce pain and depression in people with fibromyalgia. About 36 adults with chronic pain, some also depressed, will receive either real or sham (fake) rTMS to two brain areas. Researchers will track pain levels for 10 weeks and look for clues to predict who benefits most.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome Depression fibromyalgia major depressive disorder

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Hopital Ambroise-Paré INSERM U987, 9 Av. Charles de Gaulle

    RECRUITING

    Boulogne-Billancourt, Île-de-France Region, 92100, France

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