Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS)

Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) is a well-documented treatment method used for depression and other mental health conditions. The treatment is delivered via a magnetic coil placed on the scalp. The stimulation influences brain activity through mild magnetic impulses that stimulate areas of the brain playing a central role in the regulation of mood and emotional balance.

rTMS is performed without anaesthesia, and the patient remains awake throughout the treatment. For the vast majority, the method causes no side effects, and most patients experience a noticeable improvement in symptoms already halfway through the treatment course.

During an rTMS session, a magnetic coil is placed lightly against the scalp. The coil emits brief magnetic fields that stimulate specific areas of the brain. A typical treatment course consists of 30 sessions. The stimulation itself lasts no more than 20 minutes, and we set aside at least 45 minutes for each appointment to allow time for preparation and a short conversation. Treatment is usually scheduled on all weekdays over six weeks.

The treatment is painless for the vast majority of patients and requires no recovery time. You can therefore continue your daily activities immediately after the session.

rTMS is used as a treatment tool for several diseases and conditions. The technology has been studied for decades, resulting in a substantial body of scientific literature describing its therapeutic potential. Selected literature is described on the information pages for each of the respective conditions:

Primary treatment areas

• Depression
• Behandlingsresistent depression
• Kronisk Smerte

Experimental treatment areas

• Skizofreni
• OCD
• Afhængighed

The treatment is increasingly recommended as a gentle alternative or supplement to medication-based treatment and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).