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New treatment option for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Official title TMS for PTSD in Youth
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07401225
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to test whether transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, is an acceptable and helpful treatment for ongoing symptoms of posttraumatic stress syndrome disorder (PTSD) in 12-20 year olds. Ongoing PTSD refers to symptoms that continue after completing trauma-focused psychotherapy.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 12 to 20
You may be able to join if
- Males and females; Age 12-20
- Have previously completed at least 9 sessions of trauma-focused therapy in our clinical trial or in the community
- Have current self-reported symptom score of 20 or greater on the UCLA PTSD Reaction index
- Willing to attend 10 TMS treatment sessions within a 30-day period
- Fluent in English
You likely can't join if
- History of seizures
- History of head injury with loss of consciousness and concussive sequelae
- Brain abnormality such as tumor or other observable abnormality
- Currently receiving psychotherapy or TMS treatment
- Currently pregnant
- MRI contraindications (metal in body, orthodontic braces)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Males and females; Age 12-20
- Have previously completed at least 9 sessions of trauma-focused therapy in our clinical trial or in the community
- Have current self-reported symptom score of 20 or greater on the UCLA PTSD Reaction index
- Willing to attend 10 TMS treatment sessions within a 30-day period
- Fluent in English
- History of seizures
- History of head injury with loss of consciousness and concussive sequelae
- Brain abnormality such as tumor or other observable abnormality
- Currently receiving psychotherapy or TMS treatment
- Currently pregnant
- MRI contraindications (metal in body, orthodontic braces)
- Diagnosis of bipolar 1 or a psychotic disorder
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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, 12 years to 20 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include San Antonio, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.