Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Cocaine Use Disorder

Identifying Electrophysiological Targets for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Cocaine Use Disorder

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Cocaine Use Disorder
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 65
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Basic Science
Participants needed
75 (estimated)
Sponsor
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with cocaine use disorder who do not seek treatment. Participants will receive a specific type of brain stimulation to check its effects on their condition.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must not be taking ClozapineChlorpromazineBupropionClomipramine hydrochlorideAmoxapineMaprotiline hydrochloride
Rules you out EpilepsySeizure disorderSerious head injuryIncarceration

You may be able to join if

  • I am an adult who does not seek treatment.
  • I have been diagnosed with cocaine use disorder.
  • I have at least 1 positive urine test for cocaine.
  • I can provide contact information for 2 people.
  • I can understand and sign the consent form.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a current substance use disorder other than cocaine, marijuana, or nicotine.
  • I have any medical or mental health issues that could affect my safety in this trial.
  • I have had thoughts of suicide or harm to others in the last 3 months.
  • I have medical implants that prevent me from having brain stimulation.
  • I have had brain surgery before.
  • I have a history of severe heart disease or stroke.
  • I am pregnant or nursing.
  • I cannot read, write, or speak English.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

The purpose of this study is to assess effects of intermittent theta burst stimulation (iTBS) to left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (dlPFC) and dorsomedial prefrontal cortex (dmPFC) compared to sham on electrophysiological indices of reward sensitivity and motivated attention in adults with cocaine use disorder.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * non-treatment-seeking adults * meet Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)-5 criteria for current cocaine use disorder of at least moderate severity (≥ 4 symptoms) * have at least 1 positive urine Benzoylecgonine (BE) specimen (≥ 300 ng/mL) during intake *…
Contacts

Heather Webber, PhD

713-486-2723

Heather.E.Webber@uth.tmc.edu

CONTACT

Jessica Vincent

713-486-2645

Jessica.N.Vincent@uth.tmc.edu

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