Status:
RECRUITING
Accelerated TMS for Focal Hand Dystonia
Lead Sponsor:
Duke University
Collaborating Sponsors:
American Academy of Neurology
Conditions:
Isolated Focal Hand Dystonia
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study aims to investigate the impact of accelerated transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) on brain function and behavior in patients with focal hand dystonia. Previous research demonstrated tha...
Detailed Description
The primary aim of this research is to investigate the impact of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) on both brain function and behavioral outcomes among individuals suffering from focal hand dyst...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- 18yrs and older
- Diagnosed with isolated focal hand by Neurologist
- Right-hand dominant
- Must be able to sign an informed consent
- Must be literate
Exclusion
- Other neurological movement disorders diagnoses including other types of dystonia, Parkinsonism, or essential tremor
- History of seizure disorder
- Concomitant medications are known to decrease seizure threshold
- Illicit drug use
- No TMS therapy for another indication within one month of this research study
- Botulinum toxin injections within 3months of the research study
- Medications used for symptom treatment of dystonia including anticholinergic, benzodiazepines, and muscle relaxants among others within one month of the study
- No physical or occupational therapy of the hand within one month of the study
- Any contraindications to MRI or TMS
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
December 21 2023
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
December 31 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
20 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06015672
Start Date
December 21 2023
End Date
December 31 2025
Last Update
March 5 2025
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Duke University Health System
Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27705