Brain scans and smartwatches aim to solve tic vs. compulsion puzzle

NCT ID NCT06050369

First seen Feb 17, 2026 · Last updated Jun 15, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at 50 people with OCD or Tourette syndrome to find clear differences between compulsions and tics. Participants wear a smartwatch and a portable brain-wave recorder at home and in the lab. The goal is to help doctors choose the right treatment by using objective markers instead of just observation.

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Locations

  • Hôpital Albert Chenevier

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    Créteil, 94000, France

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  • Hôpital Henri Mondor

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    Créteil, 94010, France

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  • Hôpital Pitié Salpêtrière

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    Paris, 75013, France

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