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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Hopital Ambroise-Paré INSERM U987, 9 Av. Charles de Gaulle
RECRUITINGBoulogne-Billancourt, Île-de-France Region, 92100, France
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