Brain zaps show promise for mysterious movement disorder

NCT ID NCT05829005

First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This pilot study tested whether a single session of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) over the motor cortex could improve motor symptoms in people with Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (FND). 51 adults with limb weakness took part. The goal was to see if TMS works and to understand how it might help.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience

    London, London, se5 8af, United Kingdom

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