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.

An alternative to drug treatment

TMS is an effective alternative to antidepressants, allowing:

• reduce or completely cancel medication;

• avoid chemical exposure to the body.

Recognition of the method

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

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

Indications for use

The method is used when:

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

• PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder);

• chronic cerebral ischemia (discirculatory encephalopathy of 1-2 degrees);

• epilepsy, migraines, Parkinson's disease;

• spinal cord injuries, hereditary neurodegenerative diseases;

• pain syndromes.

Treatment effects

• Restoration of the depleted central nervous system in depression;

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

• Reduction of anxiety, fear, and neurotic manifestations;

• Positive emotions, improved mood.

Features of the procedure

• The patient remains conscious;

• He feels calm and muscle relaxation;

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

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

Safety and contraindications

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

Contraindications:

• presence of pacemakers and metal implants;

• epilepsy, tendency to fainting;

• cerebral vascular aneurysms, brain tumors.

The course of treatment

• 10-14 daily sessions (without days off);

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