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rTMS clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 7 rTMS clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in United States (4), Hong Kong (2), Italy (1)). By phase: Phase 4 (2). The most active sponsors are Weill Medical College of Cornell University (2), The University of Hong Kong (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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- 3Countries
Newest rTMS clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Customized brain stimulation to help mood in bipolar disorder | Phase 4 | New York, New York | Recruiting | Jul 2, 2026 |
| Biomarker-guided antidepressant choice to see if rTMS or ketamine works best for you | Phase 4 | New York, New York and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Jul 2, 2026 |
| Magnetic brain stimulation for frontotemporal lobar degeneration | — | Brescia, Italy | Recruiting | Jan 5, 2026 |
| Precision brain stimulation to reduce cannabis craving in people with schizophrenia | — | Nashville, Tennessee | Recruiting | Sep 29, 2025 |
| Magnetic brain stimulation to reduce food cravings and help weight control | — | Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam | Recruiting | Aug 6, 2025 |
| Magnetic brain stimulation (rTMS) to improve sleep in healthy adults | — | Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam | Recruiting | Aug 6, 2025 |
| Personalized Brain Stimulation to Help Veterans Quit Smoking | — | Charleston, South Carolina | Recruiting | Jul 3, 2025 |
All recruiting trials (7)
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Customized brain stimulation to help mood in bipolar disorder
This study tests whether personalized, non-invasive brain stimulation with rTMS can help people with bipolar depression see if their mood shifts toward euthymia.
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Biomarker-guided antidepressant choice to see if rTMS or ketamine works best for you
This study tests whether brain and behavior markers can help match people with major depression to either rTMS or ketamine to see which works better for them.
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Magnetic brain stimulation for frontotemporal lobar degeneration
This trial will try repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to see if it is safe and helps people with frontotemporal lobar degeneration or asymptomatic people at risk.
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Precision brain stimulation to reduce cannabis craving in people with schizophrenia
This trial tests whether targeted brain stimulation can reduce cannabis craving and improve thinking in people with schizophrenia who currently use cannabis.
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Magnetic brain stimulation to reduce food cravings and help weight control
This project will try repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to reduce food cravings and help weight control in healthy adults aged 18–65 who report craving or weight-control problems.
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Magnetic brain stimulation (rTMS) to improve sleep in healthy adults
This study will try repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to see if it improves sleep quality in adults aged 18–65 who have sleep complaints but no serious mental illness.
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Personalized Brain Stimulation to Help Veterans Quit Smoking
This study tests two personalized brain-stimulation approaches to help veterans quit smoking.
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Quick answers
How many rTMS clinical trials are recruiting right now?
7, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 3 countries. The most sites are in United States (4 trials), Hong Kong (2 trials), Italy (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 2. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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