Alcohol Use Research Study
UT Health San Antonio is investigating a potential treatment for alcohol use disorder.
Fast Facts

Ages 18+

Drink Alcohol

Compensation Provided

Conducted in San Antonio, TX
Study Background
Researchers at UT Health San Antonio are conducting a study to help people with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD).
This study aims to find a new way to treat AUD using a special kind of treatment called image-guided, robot-navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation (IR-TMS).
Participants will receive up to 40 treatments with IR-TMS. They will also undergo fMRI scanning to determine the effects of the treatment.
Findings from this study will determine the efficacy of IR-TMS therapy for AUD.
Study Background
Researchers at UT Health San Antonio are conducting a study to help people with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD).
This study aims to find a new way to treat AUD using a special kind of treatment called image-guided, robot-navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation (IR-TMS).
Participants will receive up to 40 treatments with IR-TMS. They will also undergo fMRI scanning to determine the effects of the treatment.
Findings from this study will determine the efficacy of IR-TMS therapy for AUD.
Additional Information
The purpose of this study is to determine whether image-guided, robot-navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation (IR-TMS) can be used to treat alcohol use disorder.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 18+
- Drink alcohol
- Not currently in treatment for alcohol use
- Do not regularly use other substances
Participants will undergo 4 IR-TMS treatments per day for up to 10 days for a maximum of 40 treatments. Appointments will also include completion of surveys, interviews, a medical history, blood draws, and MRIs. Participants will also attend follow-up visits for up to 6 months after finishing the IR-TMS treatments.
Compensation is provided up to $1100 for your participation.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.