TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a non-invasive procedure used in neurology and psychiatry to stimulate specific areas of the brain. Here’s an overview of the TMS process:

1. Preparation: The patient is seated comfortably and given ear protection (due to the clicking sound during the procedure).
2. Coil Placement: A magnetic coil is placed on the scalp, typically over the area of interest (e.g., motor cortex, prefrontal cortex).
3. Stimulation: A brief, high-intensity magnetic pulse is generated, creating an electric current in the brain.
4. Pulse Frequency: The frequency of pulses varies depending on the specific application (e.g., single pulses for diagnostic purposes, repetitive pulses for therapeutic effects).
5. Stimulation Duration: The procedure typically lasts 10-40 minutes, depending on the specific protocol.

TMS is used in various neurological and Psychiatric  applications, including:

– Diagnostic testing (e.g., motor mapping , Central motor conduction time)

– Therapeutic treatments (e.g., depression, anxiety, chronic pain, OCD, Stroke ,Parkinson’s disease, Paralysis , Tinnitus , Fibromyalgia , Dementia etc. )

– Research studies

Please note that TMS should only be performed by a trained professional in a clinical setting.

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