Zapping the brain to beat insomnia: new study tests TMS for better sleep

NCT ID NCT06631209

First seen Nov 05, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS can improve sleep in people with insomnia. Over 2 weeks, 144 adults will receive either real TMS to different brain areas or a sham (fake) treatment. Researchers will monitor sleep at home and in the lab, and follow up for 3 months to see if benefits last.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • SCAN Lab

    RECRUITING

    Tucson, Arizona, 85724, United States

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