Could a gentle zap to the ear supercharge OCD treatment?
NCT ID NCT05580614
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a mild nerve stimulation device (tVNS) can make exposure therapy work better for people with OCD. About 56 adults with moderate to severe OCD will receive either real or fake stimulation during therapy sessions. The goal is to see if the combination reduces obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors more than therapy alone.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of Florida
RECRUITINGGainesville, Florida, 32610, United States
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