Brain Stimulation for Concussion
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neuropsychological Tests
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation focused on measuring Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neuropsychological Tests, Traumatic Brain Injury, Post-Concussion Syndrome, TMS, Theta-burst, Diffusion magnetic resonance spectroscopy
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Adult age at inclusion 18-64 years. mTBI as defined by an altered mental status at time of injury, and LOC of max 30 min, GCS 13-15 (after 30 min), and PTA max 24 hrs. Persistent post-traumatic symptoms in chronic phase (>3 months post-injury). Exclusion Criteria: History of developmental, neurological (e.g., epilepsy) or serious mental health disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder) prior to TBI onset. History of a previous substance use disorder except for alcohol, or a currently active substance use disorder (within last 6 months.) Contraindications for MRI (e.g., any implanted ferromagnetic materials, claustrophobia, pregnancy) or iTBS (e.g., history of seizures).
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Experimental
Waitlist-control-treatment-group
After a 2-week control waitlist period, patient receive 30 treatments.