New 5-Day TMS treatment could rapidly ease PTSD symptoms

NCT ID NCT07245641

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Unlike standard TMS, which takes 6-7 weeks, this accelerated version delivers 10 sessions per day for 5 days. Researchers will enroll 40 adults with PTSD to see if active TMS reduces symptoms more than a sham (fake) treatment. The goal is to find a faster, more practical option for people with PTSD, especially military personnel.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a rapid, non-invasive treatment option for PTSD that works in just 5 days instead of weeks.
What could go wrong: This is an early, small study (40 people) testing a new brain target for PTSD. It may not work better than sham, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

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post-traumatic stress disorder

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POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)

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Brigham and Women's Hospital
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Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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