Effects of Trans-spinal Magnetic Stimulation on Cortical Excitability in Healthy Individuals

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phasePhase 1
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-40
SponsorUniversidade Federal de Pernambuco

About this trial

This study investigates the immediate effects of different parameters (frequency and intensity) of trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (TsMS) on cortical excitability in healthy individuals. Using a randomized, double-blind crossover design, the research aims to identify optimal stimulation protocols for modulating neural activity. Outcomes include measurements of motor-evoked potentials (MEP), intracortical inhibition (ICI), and facilitation (ICF). Findings may enhance non-invasive therapeutic strategies for neurological disorders.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

None

Disqualifiers

None

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (90% MT + 1 Hz)
  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (100% MT + 1 Hz)
  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (110% MT + 1 Hz)
  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (90% + 10 Hz)
  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (100% MT + 10 Hz)
  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (110% MT + 10 Hz)
  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (90% MT + 25 Hz)
  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (100% MT + 25 Hz)
  • Trans-spinal magnetic stimulation (110% MT + 25 Hz)

Treatment groups

18 Participants
are divided into 9 treatment groups

9

Treatment groups

See each treatment group below.