Evaluating pain and tolerability of TMS in patients with functional neurological disorder
Pain Assessment and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Tolerability in Patients With a Functional Neurological Disorder
This study is testing how well patients with functional neurological disorder can handle transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and whether it helps with their pain and symptoms.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Explorations Fonctionnelles Avicenne Research network |
| Locations | 1 site (Bobigny) |
| Trial ID | NCT06149728 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on patients diagnosed with functional neurological disorder (FND) to assess the tolerability of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Participants will complete a questionnaire in three phases: before, immediately after, and two weeks post-TMS to evaluate pain levels, discomfort, and changes in symptoms. The study aims to gather quantitative and qualitative data on chronic pain symptoms and patient expectations regarding TMS as both a diagnostic and therapeutic tool. The findings may help improve understanding of TMS effects on FND patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients referred to Avicenne hospital for suspected functional neurological disorder who can complete the questionnaire.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide consent or complete the questionnaire will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the management of pain and symptoms in patients with functional neurological disorders through better understanding of TMS tolerability.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into TMS for various neurological conditions, this specific focus on FND and pain assessment is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patient referred to Avicenne hospital to explore a suspected functional neurological disorder * Patient able to complete the questionnaire Exclusion Criteria: - Lack of consent
Where this trial is running
Bobigny
- Hupssd — Bobigny, France (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.