Study on the Effect of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on the Perception of Emotional Images

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-30
SponsorProf. Dominique de Quervain, MD

About this trial

The goal of the current clinical trial is to investigate whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) over specific brain areas can influence the perception of emotional images and emotional memory. TMS is a non-invasive superficial brain stimulation generated by a magnetic field. The results of the study aim to provide valuable insights for the use of TMS in the investigation of mental processes.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Generally healthy

Normotensive (BP 90/60mmHg - 140/90mmHg)

BMI: 18 - 30 kg/m2

Fluent in speaking German

Disqualifiers

Metal in the head area (e.g., splinters, fragments, clips, etc.)

Implanted neurostimulator (e.g., DBS, epidural/subdural, VNS)

Cardiac pacemaker or intracardiac lines

Medication infusion device

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Experimental continuous 30 Hz thetaburst transcranial magnetic stimulation
  • Control continuous 30 Hz thetaburst transcranial magnetic stimulation

Treatment groups

33 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

Prof. Dominique de Quervain, MD

Lead sponsor

University of Basel

Sponsor institution