Zapping the brain while recalling trauma may ease PTSD
NCT ID NCT02584894
First seen Jun 23, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using magnetic pulses (rTMS) on the brain while people recall their traumatic memories can reduce PTSD symptoms. 39 adults with PTSD for at least 3 months received either 10Hz or 1Hz rTMS over 2 weeks. Researchers measured changes in PTSD severity using standard scales.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
repeated transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new way to reduce PTSD symptoms by combining brain stimulation with recalling traumatic memories.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 39 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment may not work better than existing options.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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