Brain pacemaker offers hope for severe OCD
NCT ID NCT02773082
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a device called Reclaim DBS, which uses electrical pulses to target brain areas linked to OCD. It's for adults with severe, treatment-resistant OCD who have tried at least three medications and therapy. The goal is to see if it safely reduces obsessive-compulsive symptoms.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
deep brain stimulation device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a new, reversible option for people with severe OCD who haven't responded to other treatments.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 50 participants. Risks include infection, bleeding, and that the device may not work for everyone.
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Zucker Hillside Hospital
RECRUITINGQueens, New York, 11004, United States
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