Brain zaps for OCD: tiny trial hopes to quiet obsessions
NCT ID NCT07303946
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This early study tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) in two specific brain areas can help people with severe, treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Four adults with very severe OCD will receive DBS in each area in a blinded crossover design. The goal is to see if this approach safely reduces OCD symptoms and improves daily functioning.
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