Brain zaps for addiction: new pilot study hopes to curb relapse
NCT ID NCT06973512
First seen Apr 30, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests a personalized brain stimulation approach for people with severe addiction who haven't been helped by other treatments. Ten participants will first undergo detox, then have temporary electrodes placed in their brain to map addiction-related areas, followed by permanent deep brain stimulation (DBS) implants. The goal is to see if this individualized DBS is safe and feasible, and to gather early data on its ability to reduce substance use over one year.
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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health / Toronto Western Hospital
RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, 399 Bathurst St, Canada
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