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Tests treatment safety and results for Multiple Sclerosis
Official title Effectiveness of TMS on Spasticity and Balance for Patients With MS
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07451600
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Recently, non-invasive brain stimulation modalities such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and transcranial direct current stimulation have become treatment options. Among these methods, rTMS is a non-invasive brain stimulation technique that can affect descending corticospinal pathways, thereby modulating cortical excitability in the motor area where it is applied.
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 60
You may be able to join if
- Being between the ages of 18 and 60
- Having been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis for more than six months
- Having spasticity levels between 1 and 3 on the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) in the evaluated extremity
- Having an EDSS SCORE between 0 and 6.5
- Voluntarily participating in the study
You likely can't join if
- Poor general health (heart failure, COPD, etc.)
- Presence of wound lesions on the skin
- Presence of metal implants in the body
- Pregnancy
- Presence of a severe infection
- Diagnosis of malignancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Being between the ages of 18 and 60
- Having been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis for more than six months
- Having spasticity levels between 1 and 3 on the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) in the evaluated extremity
- Having an EDSS SCORE between 0 and 6.5
- Voluntarily participating in the study
- Poor general health (heart failure, COPD, etc.)
- Presence of wound lesions on the skin
- Presence of metal implants in the body
- Pregnancy
- Presence of a severe infection
- Diagnosis of malignancy
- Presence of a bleeding disorder
- Use of a pacemaker
- Presence of cardiac rhythm disorder
- Presence of neurological disease other than multiple sclerosis
- History of epilepsy
- History of alcohol use
- Change in medication within the last 6 months
- Refusal to participate in the study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, Yenimahalle, Turkey (Türkiye)
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, 18 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ankara, Yenimahalle, Turkey (Türkiye). 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.