rTMS for Treatment Resistant Depression

Biomarker-guided rTMS for Treatment Resistant Depression

Recruiting Phase 3 Interventional Study
Treatment Resistant Depression Major Depressive Disorder
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Pivotal Trial This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
22 – 65
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
348 (estimated)
Sponsor
Weill Medical College of Cornell University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults aged 22 to 65 with major depression that hasn't improved with medication. Participants will receive a treatment called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and will help researchers learn more about how it works.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Substance addictionNeurological disorders

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 22 and 65 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder.
  • I have moderate to severe depression.
  • I have not responded to at least one antidepressant in my current episode.
  • I can give consent to participate.
  • I can communicate with my outpatient clinician.
  • I can safely participate in an MRI.
  • I am fluent in English.

You may not be able to join if

  • I am at imminent risk of suicide.
  • I have been depressed for 2 years or more.
  • I have other primary psychiatric disorders.
  • I have been addicted to any substance in the past year.
  • I have significant cognitive impairment.
  • I have recently started therapy within the last 8 weeks.
  • I have had neurosurgery for a neurological or psychiatric disorder.
  • I am pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant during the study.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a treatment for depression. The investigators are continuing to learn how to optimize outcomes from rTMS treatment. The purpose of this research project is to use brain network connectivity patterns as measured by resting state functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to confirm a way to optimize the use of rTMS to treat depression. In add…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 22 to 65 years * Major Depressive Disorder (by M.I.N.I., Diagnostic Statistical Manual V (DSM-V criteria)); Verification by evaluation by licensed study psychiatrist or psychologist * At least moderately severe depression (17-item Hamilton Depression Rating Scale greater t…
Contacts

Megan Johnson

646-962-2900

tmsinfo@med.cornell.edu

CONTACT

Lindsay Victoria, PhD

liv3002@med.cornell.edu

CONTACT