What is rTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Works)?
rTMS stands for “repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation” and is a proven effective treatment for depression. rTMS changes brain activity by means of a short magnetic pulse.
What does your brain activity have to do with your depression?
Well, the cause of depression is related to the prefrontal cortex. It is involved in controlling your cognitive and emotional functions. In depression, this (especially the cingulate cortex) functions less well, which leads to depressive symptoms.
Through repeated stimulation of this area during rTMS treatment, we improve communication between different structures in your brain. As a result, depressive symptoms gradually diminish and most people notice a marked effect after ten to 12 sessions (two to three weeks).