Could brain stimulation lower blood pressure in women with PTSD?

NCT ID NCT05512143

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

Summary

This small study tested whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can lower blood pressure and ease PTSD symptoms in women aged 18-44 who have both conditions. Four participants received 30 TMS sessions over 6 weeks. Researchers measured changes in 24-hour blood pressure and PTSD symptoms before and after treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a non-drug treatment that helps both PTSD symptoms and high blood pressure in women.

What could go wrong

This was a very small early study with only 4 participants, so results may not apply to others. It is not yet known if TMS is effective for this purpose.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypertensive disorder post-traumatic stress disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Lifespan Hospital

    Providence, Rhode Island, 02904, United States