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Schizophrenia Clinical Trial in Houston, TX

Access cutting-edge schizophrenia treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Houston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Houston

    Convenient for TX residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Houston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Schizophrenia Study in Houston

Patients with schizophrenia spectrum disorder (SSD) will be exposed to active repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) from H coil for improving white matter integrity.

Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Male and female ages between ages 18-60 years
Ability to give written informed consent (age 18 or above)
Diagnosed with schizophrenia-spectrum disorder and Evaluation to Sign Consent (ESC) above 10.

Exclusion Criteria

Inability to sign informed consent.
Any history of seizures.
Any acute and unstable major medical illnesses that may affect normal brain functioning. Examples of these conditions include, but not limited to, recent stroke, seizure, history of significant head trauma, CNS infection or tumor, other significant brain neurological conditions (As this is a study of medical comorbidity, most medical conditions, once stable, are not exclusion criteria).
Taking \> 400 mg clozapine/day.
Failed TMS screening questionnaire.
Significant alcohol or other drug use (substance dependence within 6 months or substance abuse within 1 month) other than nicotine or marijuana dependence.
A history of thrombosis, family history of thrombosis, or medical conditions that may lead to a hypercoagulable state (increased chance to develop blood clots)
Woman who is pregnant (child-bearing potential but not on contraceptive and missing menstrual period; or by self-report; or by positive urine pregnancy test).
History of head injury with loss of consciousness over 10 minutes; history of brain surgery
Cannot refrain from using alcohol and/or marijuana 24 hours or more prior to experiments.
Students and employees currently involved with our lab (lab employees and personnel will be excluded from the study to avoid possible coercion or possible appearance of coercion, or chance of breach of privacy and confidentiality).
For MRI, unable to undergo MRI scanning due to metallic devices or objects (cardiac pacemaker or neurostimulator, some artificial joints, metal pins, surgical clips, or other implanted metal parts) or claustrophobic to the scanner.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Houston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06345963) has an active research site in Houston, TX that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Schizophrenia Treatment Options in Houston, TX

If you're searching for schizophrenia treatment options in Houston, TX, this clinical trial (NCT06345963) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Houston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced schizophrenia specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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