Deep rTMS for Mild Neurocognitive Disorder in Older Adults

This study aims to: (1) assess the feasibility and tolerability of three deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) coils H1, H4, and H7 in older adults with mild neurocognitive disorder (mild NCD); and (2) evaluate changes in cognition through neuropsychological testing, brain activity through EEG, and mood and sleep through self-report questionnaires. Participants will be assigned to one of three arms: H1- coil vs. H4-coil vs. H7-coil, and all participants will complete assessments examining dTMS side effects, mental health symptoms, and cognition. EEG, questionnaires, and CNS vital signs will be measured at baseline, midpoint (after 10th session- before dTMS treatment on visit 11), and end point, as well as follow up. Collectively, the study will address the absolute and differential feasibility and tolerability of the H1, H4 and H7 coils to provide preliminary data for a future randomized controlled trial comparing this novel intervention to a sham stimulation (placebo) control.

NCT Number	NCT07038798
Lead Sponsor	St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Conditions	Mild Neurocognitive Disorder
Enrollment	30 participants
Start Date	2025-08-26
Primary Completion	2027-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-10-06