Brain zapping after triggering OCD symptoms shows promise in new trial

NCT ID NCT07429500

First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study tests a new approach for people with treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Researchers want to see if intentionally triggering OCD symptoms right before a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) can improve symptom relief. The trial will compare two groups: one receiving tDCS alone and another receiving tDCS after symptom provocation. 178 adults with severe, long-term OCD will participate.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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  • CH Camille Claudel

    Angoulême, 16000, France

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  • CH Esquirol

    Limoges, France

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  • CH Guillaume Régnier

    Rennes, 35000, France

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  • CHNDS

    Thouars, 79100, France

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  • CHU de Nantes

    Nantes, 44000, France

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  • Unité de Recherche Clinique, Centre Hospitalier Henri Laborit

    Poitiers, 86000, France

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