Brain zapping for meth cravings? study pulled before it started

NCT ID NCT06695637

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study aimed to see if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS could help people with methamphetamine use disorder control their cravings. Researchers planned to recruit 40 adults living in a residential treatment program and give some real stimulation and others a sham treatment. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available.

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Active substance

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) - a non-invasive brain stimulation technique

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

methamphetamine dependence substance-related disorder

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