Sensory Synchronized Imaging and Neuromodulation

Description

The purpose of this research study is to better understand the relationship between the type of brain stimulation used and how it changes brain activity in adult military Veterans. The goal is to use this understanding to develop new, personalized brain stimulation. The investigators evaluate brain changes from different types of transcranial magnetic brain stimulation (TMS).

Conditions

Major Depressive Disorder

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Study overview

The purpose of this research study is to better understand the relationship between the type of brain stimulation used and how it changes brain activity in adult military Veterans. The goal is to use this understanding to develop new, personalized brain stimulation. The investigators evaluate brain changes from different types of transcranial magnetic brain stimulation (TMS).

Investigation of Sensory Synchronized Human Brain Imaging and Neuromodulation

Sensory Synchronized Imaging and Neuromodulation

Condition
Major Depressive Disorder
Intervention / Treatment

-

Contacts and Locations

Palo Alto

VA Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto, CA, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94304-1207

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

For general information about clinical research, read Learn About Studies.

Eligibility Criteria

  • * Men and women, ages 18 years and up
  • * English speaking
  • * Military Veterans
  • * Those with a contraindication for MRIs (e.g. implanted metal)
  • * History of head trauma with loss of consciousness
  • * History of seizures or on medications that substantially reduce seizure threshold
  • * Neurological or uncontrolled medical disease
  • * Active substance abuse
  • * Currently pregnant or breastfeeding

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

VA Office of Research and Development,

Jessica M Ross, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, VA Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto, CA

Study Record Dates

2029-10-01