Clinical trials
Tourette Syndrome clinical trials
Below are recruiting tourette syndrome clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 28 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05281445Recruiting
Studying hormones in children with Tourette syndrome
This study looks at whether certain hormones (called neuroactive steroids) are related to Tourette syndrome in children. It may help doctors understand the condition better and could lead to new treatments.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 8–12 - NCT06271083Recruiting
Online behavior therapy for Tourette syndrome in adults
This trial tests an online behavior therapy program for adults with Tourette syndrome or chronic tic disorder. You'll complete a 10-week internet-based treatment from home, with therapist support, to help reduce your tics.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT07725926Recruiting
Combining therapy techniques for tic-like OCD
This study tests a therapy that combines two approaches—one for tics and one for OCD—to help people whose OCD feels like it's linked to tics. The goal is to see if this combined treatment reduces distressing urges and repetitive behaviors.
London, LondonAges 18–65 - NCT06909656Recruiting
Brain Activity Study in Tourette Syndrome with Deep Brain Stimulation
This study looks at brain activity in people with Tourette syndrome who are already receiving deep brain stimulation (a treatment that uses electrical pulses to help control tics). The goal is to learn more about the brain signals linked to tics, which could help improve future treatments.
BordeauxAges 16 years+ - NCT06889480Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for severe Tourette syndrome
This trial tests a surgical procedure using deep brain stimulation to treat severe Tourette syndrome that hasn't improved with other treatments. It may help reduce tics by targeting specific areas in the brain.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT06825520Recruiting
Studying urges before tics during habit reversal training
This study tests whether a therapy called 'habit reversal training' can help reduce the strong urges that happen before tics. It is for children and teens (ages 8–17) who have at least 3 tics and feel a warning urge before each tic.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 8–17 - NCT06873841Recruiting
Cognitive therapy with or without biofeedback for tics in teens and young adults
This trial tests a talking therapy that helps manage tics by changing thoughts and feelings. Some people also get biofeedback, which uses sensors to help control body responses. Researchers want to see which approach works better for reducing tics in teens and young adults with Tourette's syndrome or bothersome tics.
Montreal, QuebecAges 14–21 - NCT06679790Recruiting
Understanding changes in Tourette Syndrome over time
This study tracks how tics and related symptoms change over time in people with Tourette Syndrome. It aims to better understand the condition and could help develop better treatments.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 12–17 - NCT06081348RecruitingPhase 2
Sertraline vs. placebo for anxiety in kids with developmental disorders
This trial compares sertraline (a common antidepressant) to a placebo (a pill with no medicine) to see which better reduces anxiety in children and teens who also have a neurodevelopmental disorder like autism, ADHD, or Tourette's. The goal is to help you and your child understand if this treatment might offer relief from anxiety.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 8–17 - NCT05558566Recruiting
Neurofeedback training for Tourette-related tics in teens
This study tests whether brain training using “neurofeedback” can reduce Tourette syndrome tics in children ages 10–16. It compares an active neurofeedback condition to a control condition while measuring brain activity with an MRI.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 10–16 - NCT04851678Recruiting
Study how stress affects adults with Tourette syndrome
This study follows adults with Tourette syndrome over time to better understand how stressors affect symptoms and daily life. It may help researchers learn what factors make symptoms better or worse and improve future care.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT04449068Recruiting
Tourette research using records from deep brain stimulation patients
This study is collecting information about people with severe Tourette syndrome who are not adequately helped by medication and may receive deep brain stimulation. It helps researchers understand outcomes and care patterns for this treatment over time using an observational database.
ParisAges 15 years+ - NCT03914664Enrolling by invitation
Brain and sensation study in adults with Tourette syndrome
This study looks at brain activity and how sensory experiences feel in adults with Tourette syndrome. It compares you to carefully matched adults without neurologic or psychiatric conditions to understand what is different in the brain.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT03851484Recruiting
Study sensory symptoms in people with Tourette-related tics
This study looks at sensory symptoms in adults who have Tourette syndrome or similar long-term tic disorders. Your answers to questionnaires may help researchers understand these symptoms and how they relate to the condition.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT03764748RecruitingPhase 1
Washed stool transplant for Tourette syndrome in kids
This Phase 1 study tests whether a “washed” stool microbiota transplant can reduce Tourette syndrome tics in children. It aims to see if changing gut bacteria is safe and may improve tic severity.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 6–17 - NCT06785532Recruiting
Brain stimulation for hard-to-treat Tourette's syndrome
This trial tests a brain stimulation device (RNS) for people with Tourette's syndrome whose symptoms haven't improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this approach can reduce tics and improve quality of life.
BeijingAges 18–65 - NCT06136572Recruiting
Study on assertiveness and emotions in Tourette's
This study looks at how people with Tourette's syndrome manage emotions and assertiveness. It may help doctors understand the challenges patients face.
Clermont-Ferrand, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06408662Recruiting
Remote mindfulness program for tics (Tourette or tic disorder)
This study tests a mindfulness program delivered remotely (via phone or tablet) to help people with moderate to severe tics. It aims to see if mindfulness can reduce tic severity and improve quality of life.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05705999Recruiting
TMS treatment plus CBIT study for Tourette’s tics
This trial tests whether a treatment called TMS, added to an evidence-based therapy called CBIT, can reduce Tourette’s tics more than CBIT alone. You may be assigned to different study groups, and they will also use brain imaging to measure changes.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 18–100 - NCT05566496Recruiting
MRI study of different tic disorder types
This study uses MRI (a type of body scan) to look at differences between types of tic disorders in children. It may help doctors better understand what’s happening in conditions like Tourette syndrome and chronic tic disorders.
TaipeiAges birth–18 years - NCT07203469Recruiting
Nature and activity groups for neurodivergent children
This trial explores whether group activities in nature can help neurodivergent children and youth feel better. It is part of a PhD project, with different phases for different groups.
Kristiansand, AgderAges 5–18 - NCT06678737RecruitingPhase 2
TMS plus behavioral therapy for teens with tics
This study tests whether combining a brain stimulation technique called TMS with behavioral therapy can reduce tics in adolescents and young adults. If you have had tics for at least a year and they are moderate or severe, this trial may be a good fit.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 12–21 - NCT06585618Recruiting
Pediatric Deep Brain Stimulation Registry
This study creates a list of children who already have or plan to get Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) to see how it helps with movement problems. Joining helps doctors learn more about how DBS works in kids.
Boston, MassachusettsAges birth–18 years - NCT06576726Recruiting
Tracking tic disorder in teens over time
This study follows teens with chronic tic disorders (like Tourette syndrome) for a few years to understand how their symptoms and social life change. It also looks at brain signals using EEG, but you can join the main study even if you can't do the EEG part.
Nashvile, TennesseeAges 11–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for tourette syndrome?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 28 recruiting tourette syndrome studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a tourette syndrome trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a tourette syndrome trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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