Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for Trigeminal Neuralgia (NCT04120129) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for Trigeminal Neuralgia
United States51 participantsStarted 2020-08-01
Plain-language summary
The primary objective is to establish the feasibility of using TMS for COFP pain management in the interim period before surgery. This will be investigated by comparing the non-intervention group's self-reported pain to those who recieved TMS at several timepoints.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 100 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Documented diagnosis of classic trigeminal neuralgia or persisten idiopathic facial pain
* Considered an appropriate candidate for surgical or stereotactic intervention - microvascular decompression or stereotactic radiosurgery- ( includes factors such as overall health, chronic medication, comorbidities) and patient preference
* Between ages 18-100
* Able to participate in 5 consecutive TMS treatments
* Has at least 3 weeks between pre-op visit and scheduled date of surgery
* Able to provide consent and complete online questionnaires on their own
Exclusion Criteria:
* Multiple Sclerosis or trauma-related etiology of facial pain (i.e. secondary facial pain)
* contraindication to TMS, per device guidelines:
Metallic implant in or near head Implanted stimulator on or near head recent suicidal ideation history of epilepsy, stroke, or unexplained seizure
\- Need for urgent/emergent surgical decompression.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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