Zapping the brain to fight alcohol cravings: new study tests promising technique

NCT ID NCT07064590

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Goethe University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a type of brain stimulation called cTBS can reduce cravings for alcohol in people with alcohol addiction. 34 adults will receive 15 stimulation sessions over 5 days, and researchers will measure changes in their cravings, heart rate, and brain activity. The goal is to find a new way to help people manage their addiction.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse alcohol dependence

As listed by the trial registrant

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ALCOHOL ADDICTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Klinik und Poliklinik für Psychiatrie, Psychosomatik und Psychotherapie Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Goethe-Universität
RECRUITING

Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, 60528, Germany
Klinik und Poliklinik für Psychiatrie, Psychosomatik und Psychotherapie Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Goethe-Universität
RECRUITING

Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, 60528, Germany

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