Can ketamine therapy heal burn trauma? small trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07563296
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This phase 2 trial tests whether ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) can safely ease PTSD and trauma symptoms in adults with severe burns covering more than 15% of their body. Twelve participants will receive two KAP sessions plus a preparatory talk therapy session. The main goal is to check safety and tolerability, with secondary goals looking at feasibility and symptom improvement.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- ketamine
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a new way to reduce PTSD and trauma-related distress after severe burn injuries.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-phase trial with only 12 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Ketamine can cause side effects like dissociation or nausea.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Utah Health
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84102, United States
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