Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS)

Definition

rTMS is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression.

Related terms

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS): A form of neurostimulation that uses constant, low direct current delivered via electrodes on the head.

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT):

A procedure, done under general anesthesia, in which small electric currents are passed through the brain, intentionally triggering a brief seizure and causing changes in brain chemistry that can quickly reverse symptoms of certain mental health conditions.

Neurofeedback: A type of biofeedback that uses real-time displays of brain activity—most commonly electroencephalography (EEG)—to teach self-regulation of brain function.