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NCT03265015 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

Theta Burst Stimulation for Compulsive Behavior Non-invasive Brain Stimulation Study

A NA study of Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder and Compulsive Behavior, sponsored by University of Pittsburgh.

Completed
Registry status
NA
Development phase
78
Enrollment target
1
Study location

NCT03265015: Completed NA study of Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder and Compulsive Behavior, sponsored by University of Pittsburgh.

NCT03265015 is a NA study of Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder and Compulsive Behavior that has completed, run by University of Pittsburgh. The registered enrollment target is 78 participants, below the 2,064-participant average among 84 other Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder trials with a reported enrollment target (96% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.

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The verdict

NCT03265015, a NA study of Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder and Compulsive Behavior, has completed, sponsored by University of Pittsburgh.

COMPLETED
Registry status
NA
Development phase
78 participants
Enrollment target
1
Study location

Study Summary

This project seeks to identify causal neural mechanisms underlying unwanted, repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Using non-invasive brain stimulation coupled with practice in a computer task, we will modulate activity in a target brain region in two directions (up or down) and measure effects on compulsive behaviors and related measures. This work could ultimately lead to the ability to treat compulsions more effectively by targeting the regions of the brain that can help or hinder attempts to overcome compulsions.

Primary Outcome

Brain activation in target region

Interventions

  • OTHER Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
  • BEHAVIORAL Habit Override Practice

Study Locations (1)

Pennsylvania

  • Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic - Pittsburgh

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 78 participants
Start Date 2017-09-15
Est. Completion 2020-03-30
Phase NA
University of Pittsburgh

1,238 total trials

What the finished NCT03265015 record still lists

NCT03265015 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 78 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 2,064-participant average among 84 other Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder trials with a reported enrollment target (96% lower).

The record links to 2 conditions, with Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is the first listed.

NCT03265015 reports a single indexed study location in Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT03265015 about?

NCT03265015 is a clinical study titled "Theta Burst Stimulation for Compulsive Behavior Non-invasive Brain Stimulation Study". This project seeks to identify causal neural mechanisms underlying unwanted, repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Using non-invasive brain stimulation coupled with practice in a computer task, we will modulate activity in a target brain region in two directions (up or down) and measure effects on com...

What is the current status of trial NCT03265015?

This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 78 participants. The study started on 2017-09-15. Estimated completion is 2020-03-30.

What conditions does trial NCT03265015 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder, Compulsive Behavior.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT03265015?

The interventions under investigation include: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (OTHER), Habit Override Practice (BEHAVIORAL).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03265015?

This trial is sponsored by University of Pittsburgh, which has 1,238 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT03265015 being conducted?

This trial has 1 study location across Pennsylvania. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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Where NCT03265015's enrollment target sits among peer trials

78 34th of 84 higher than 51 of 84 other Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder trials

participants (enrollment target), bucketed by value

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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08

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