Can brain recordings unlock better OCD treatment?
NCT ID NCT05915741
First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at brain activity in people already receiving deep brain stimulation (DBS) for severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Researchers will collect recordings from the implanted device to see how brain signals relate to OCD symptoms. The goal is to better understand the brain circuits involved, which could eventually help doctors adjust DBS therapy more effectively.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- deep brain stimulation (DBS) with brain recordings
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors fine-tune DBS settings for each patient, leading to better symptom control for severe OCD.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study focused on understanding brain signals, not testing a new treatment. It may not lead to immediate improvements.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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