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Magnetic pulses to the brain may ease fibromyalgia pain and help you walk better

NCT ID NCT07685379

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Institute of Rheumatology, Serbia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, can reduce pain, fatigue, and mood problems while improving walking in adults with fibromyalgia. Participants receive either real rTMS or a sham version to see if the active treatment leads to real improvements. The study focuses on both symptoms and everyday physical function, like walking while doing another task.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug option to ease pain, fatigue, and walking difficulties in people with fibromyalgia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with 30 participants. The sham control helps rule out placebo effects, but results may not apply to everyone with fibromyalgia.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

fibromyalgia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

FIBROMYALGIA SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institute of Rheumatology

    Belgrade, 11000, Serbia

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