Can magnetic pulses ease alcohol and brain injury struggles in veterans?
NCT ID NCT04043442
First seen Apr 17, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can improve daily functioning in 100 veterans who have both alcohol use disorder and a history of mild traumatic brain injury. Researchers will identify a specific brain target and then stimulate it with magnetic pulses over several sessions. The goal is to reduce disability and help veterans function better in everyday life.
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Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL
Hines, Illinois, 60141-3030, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a new, non-invasive treatment option to improve daily functioning for veterans with both alcohol use disorder and mild traumatic brain injury.
What could go wrong
This is a Phase 2 trial with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. rTMS is generally safe but can cause headache or discomfort, and its long-term effectiveness for this specific group is not yet proven.
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