For more information, please contact: Nicole Strossman 650-852-3457 nicole.strossman@va.gov
Who can participate?
rTMS is a non-invasive method of stimulating the brain’s neurocircuitry in a medical office setting.
The purpose of the study is to determine if repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS)—a method of stimulating the brain—can improve memory and thinking in adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI).
Each participant will participate in the study for approximately 7 ½ months—including a daily rTMS treatment phase (20 sessions in all), and post-intervention follow-up lasting 6 months. Participation typically involves a total of 15 study visits: the Screening Visit, a Baseline Visit, 10 Study Treatment Visits, a Post-Treatment visit, then two follow-up visits at 3 months and 6 months.
During the study, you and your study partner will be asked to answer questions about your daily functioning and your behavior. You will receive tests of your memory and thinking. You will undergo an MRI scan before and after rTMS to take electronic pictures of your brain.
VA Palo Alto Health Care System
3801 Miranda Avenue
Palo Alto CA 94304
United States
For more information, please contact: Nicole Strossman 650-852-3457 nicole.strossman@va.gov