Sound waves against binge eating: new brain zap trial launches

NCT ID NCT06485687

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Ali Rezai Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early study tests whether a low-intensity focused ultrasound device can safely calm brain areas linked to food cravings in people with binge eating disorder. Fifteen adults with moderate to severe binge eating will receive a single session. The main goal is safety, but researchers will also track changes in cravings and eating habits.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment to reduce food cravings and binge eating episodes.
What could go wrong: This is a very early feasibility study with only 15 people, focused on safety. It may not show any benefit, and effects on cravings are secondary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

binge eating disorder Binge-Eating Disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BINGE-EATING DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

West Virginia University: Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute

Morgantown, West Virginia, 26506, United States

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