Brain zaps for anxiety? small study tests new target
NCT ID NCT06475040
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested a new type of brain stimulation, called accelerated intermittent theta burst stimulation (aiTBS), for people with anxiety disorders or PTSD. Fifteen participants received the non-invasive treatment targeting a novel brain area. The study measured changes in anxiety symptoms using standard questionnaires.
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 point toward a new, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment for anxiety and trauma-related disorders.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 15 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is early-stage research, and the treatment may not prove effective in larger trials.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
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Locations
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Shanghai Mental Health Center
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200030, China