Brain stimulation shows promise for easing OCD symptoms
NCT ID NCT02355002
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS could reduce symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in 26 adults. The treatment targeted a brain area involved in movement planning. Researchers also looked for clues about how TMS works and who might benefit most.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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