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Tests treatment safety and results for Idiopathic Inflammatory Demyelinating Disorders of the...
Official title Effectiveness of Personalized Alternating Current Stimulation for Treating Emotional Disorders in CNS Demyelination Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06933537
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is designed to evaluate the efficacy of personalized alternating current stimulation in the treatment of emotional disorders in patients with inflammatory demyelination of the central nervous system.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Patients diagnosed with inflammatory demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system, such as neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD)...
- Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAM-A) score \> 14
- Aged between 18 and 65 years, with no gender restrictions
- Receiving stable doses of immunosuppressive therapy for at least one month
- Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score ≤ 6
You likely can't join if
- Recorded relapse within the past month
- Recent medication adjustments or treatments involving modified electroconvulsive therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, or other neuromodulation...
- Participation in any other clinical study within the past month or currently
- Presence of cochlear implants, cardiac pacemakers, or implanted stimulators in the brain
- Impaired skin integrity at the electrode placement site or allergies to electrode gel or adhesives
- History of epilepsy, hydrocephalus, central nervous system tumors, brain injury, or intracranial infections
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients diagnosed with inflammatory demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system, such as neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD) and multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAM-A) score \> 14
- Aged between 18 and 65 years, with no gender restrictions
- Receiving stable doses of immunosuppressive therapy for at least one month
- Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score ≤ 6
- Right-handed
- Willing to participate and sign informed consent
- Recorded relapse within the past month
- Recent medication adjustments or treatments involving modified electroconvulsive therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, or other neuromodulation techniques within the past month
- Participation in any other clinical study within the past month or currently
- Presence of cochlear implants, cardiac pacemakers, or implanted stimulators in the brain
- Impaired skin integrity at the electrode placement site or allergies to electrode gel or adhesives
- History of epilepsy, hydrocephalus, central nervous system tumors, brain injury, or intracranial infections
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those planning to conceive in the near future
- Hamilton Depression Scale suicide item score ≥ 3 or comorbid severe mental disorders
- Presence of severe or unstable organic diseases
- Poor compliance preventing cooperation with treatment, follow-up, or clinical, EEG, and imaging data collection
- Any condition deemed unsuitable for study participation by the investigator
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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