New brain zapping technique could silence hallucinations in just two days
NCT ID NCT01022489
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether high-frequency magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can reduce auditory hallucinations in people with schizophrenia. Unlike standard low-frequency treatment that takes 15 days, this approach uses 20 Hz stimulation over just 2 days, guided by brain scans for precision. 72 participants will receive either real or sham treatment to see if it safely and effectively lessens the voices they hear.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) device
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a faster, more targeted way to reduce auditory hallucinations in people with schizophrenia, potentially shortening treatment from weeks to days.
- What could go wrong
- This is a mid-stage trial with only 72 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment is still experimental, and there is a small risk of seizure or headache.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Caen University Hospital
Caen, 14033, France
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