Transcranial magnetic stimulation

Mechanism of action

The magnetic field changes the charge of neuronal membranes , which leads to:

• changes in the functional state of the brain, in particular the hypothalamic-pituitary system;

• activation of nonspecific adaptation mechanisms ;

• anti-stress effect ;

• normalization of systemic bioadaptive processes in the immune and endocrine systems.

Alternative to drug treatment

TMS is an effective alternative to antidepressants , allowing you to:

• reduce or completely cancel medication;

• avoid chemical stress on the body.

Method recognition

• Since 2008, TMS has been officially registered by the FDA (USA) for the treatment of unipolar depression in adults in cases of ineffectiveness of antidepressants.

• Studies by the European Expert Group confirmed a high level of evidence of effectiveness .

Indications for use

The method is used for:

• anxiety-depressive disorders (with panic attacks, autonomic dysfunction);

• ПТСР (посттравматичний стресовий розлад);

• chronic cerebral ischemia (dyscirculatory encephalopathy 1–2 stages);

• епілепсії, мігрені, хворобі Паркінсона;

• spinal cord injuries, hereditary neurodegenerative diseases;

• pain syndromes.

Treatment effects

• Restoration of the exhausted central nervous system in depression;

• Reduction of asthenia (fatigue, irritability, decreased performance, unstable emotional background);

• Reduction of anxiety, fear, neurotic manifestations ;

• Emergence of positive emotions , improvement of mood.

Features of the procedure

• The patient remains conscious ;

• Feels calm, muscle relaxation ;

• The procedure does not affect concentration , you can drive a car immediately afterwards;

• The method is painless , sometimes a slight headache is possible after the first sessions.

Safety and contraindications

The method has practically no side effects and is allowed even for pregnant women (the field does not reach the fetus).

Contraindications :

• presence of pacemakers , metal implants;

• epilepsy, tendency to faint;

• cerebral aneurysms , brain tumors.

Treatment course

• 10–14 daily sessions (excluding weekends);

• In case of contraindications, it is possible to substitute transcranial electrical stimulation or mesodiencephalic modulation (more details upon request).