Effects and mechanisms of theta burst stimulation targeting individualized pre-supplementary motor area for post-stroke aphasia: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Key Points

• Theta burst stimulation may enhance recovery in post-stroke aphasia through targeted intervention.
• The primary outcome is language improvement assessed at 12 weeks post-intervention, involving 80 participants.
• Randomized controlled trial protocol focuses on individualized stimulation targeting the pre-supplementary motor area.
• Potential impact includes advancing treatment for aphasia, though results are pending from the initial trials.