What is Neurofeedback Training?
Neurofeedback training is another method to teach the brain to function more efficiently and effectively. Brain activity is observed and then that information is given to the patient. The brain gets rewarded when it changes its activity to fit more appropriate patterns. The positive reinforcement, a common tool used in all types of... Read More
Types of TMS Coils Explained
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a form of non-invasive brain stimulation therapy. Coils are placed near the scalp and deliver pulses of magnetic energy to stimulate targeted regions. What many people don’t know is that there are actually different coil shapes and types. Each type has a specific use. Some target certain areas of... Read More
Are There Activity Restrictions During TMS Treatment?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy is a form of brain stimulation therapy used to treat treatment-resistant depression and other mental conditions. It sends magnetic pulses through coils placed near the scalp to target specific areas of the brain. Any time people hear about something altering the brain, they are rightfully concerned. One big... Read More
4 Most Common Types of Brain Stimulation Therapy
Brain stimulation therapies have been getting a lot of focus lately. Researchers are still exploring the full range of use for them. While these therapies still have a stigma attached to them, for many people suffering from chronic or treatment-resistant mental conditions, these therapies provide life-saving relief. These are the 4 most common types of... Read More
dTMS Could Cut Food Cravings and Help Obesity
Doctors are still exploring the usefulness of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, and now a new study might have found another use. Researchers found that using magnetic brain stimulation can curb food cravings in people with obesity. Researchers in Italy discovered this as they were investigating whether deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) could be an... Read More
TMS May Benefit Stroke Survivors
A new analysis of past studies found that repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) might be useful in aiding stroke survivors. The brain stimulation may help them regain the ability to walk and move independently. rTMS is a noninvasive brain stimulation technique that sends electromagnetic pulses through coils places close to the scalp. The... Read More
Study Shows rTMS Effective In Reducing Suicidal Thoughts
A recent study has shown that a specific kind of TMS brain stimulation is effective in reducing suicidal thinking. After receiving bilateral repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) 40% of people in the study reported no longer having suicidal thoughts. This is one of the first large studies to prove that rTMS is effective in... Read More
How Effective is TMS Therapy?
As soon as people hear about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation therapy, they think it’s too good to be true. It’s no magic cure, but it does provide relief from depression that hasn’t responded to other treatments. TMS isn’t as effective as ECT, but there are far fewer side effects making it a viable option for... Read More
Does Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy Hurt?
As soon as people hear what’s involved in TMS therapy they picture a horror movie type insane asylum where people get strapped down and electrocuted. TMS couldn’t be more different than that. While TMS does share similarities with ECT (whose earlier variations were somewhat similar to the stereotypical electroshock shown in movies), the two... Read More
Is TMS Therapy Covered By Insurance?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has proven itself to be a highly effective method for treating mental disorders like depression, substance addiction, ADHD, and others. But unfortunately, this treatment costs money. This leads to people wondering if such an innovative procedure is covered by insurance. Good and Bad News There’s some good and bad news... Read More