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Rediscover Hope with TMS Therapy

What is TMS?

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA & Health Canada-approved treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas responsible for mood regulation. It is an effective, drug-free option for individuals who haven't responded well to medication.

Types of Neuromodulation we offer at BrainStim:

Repetitive TMS (rTMS):A proven treatment that uses repeated magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas involved in mood regulation. It is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and OCD.

Deep TMS (dTMS):Reaches deeper brain structures for stronger and longer-lasting effects. It is effective for severe depression, OCD, and PTSD, even when other treatments haven’t worked.

Neuro Feedback: A gentle, non-invasive therapy that helps support brain function and recovery, often used for memory issues and cognitive decline.

Transcranial direct current stimulation(tDCS):Uses mild electrical currents to help improve brain activity. It may enhance focus, memory, and overall brain function for patients with neurological conditions.

Deep TMS (H1, H7, H4 Coils) by BrainsWay

rTMS Horizon 3 by Magstim

How does TMS work?

Magnetic Pulses Target the Brain

A coil is placed on the scalp, delivering magnetic pulses to stimulate specific brain areas linked to mood regulation.

Neural Activity is Modulated

These pulses activate or regulate neurons in areas like the prefrontal cortex, which is often underactive in depression.

Mood and Symptoms Improve Over Time

With repeated sessions (usually over several weeks), brain activity normalizes, leading to reduced depression and anxiety symptoms.

Brain activity before and after TMS treatment

Depressed

After TMS

🔵 Blue / Teal:

Low Brain Activity

Areas are underactive or “slowed down.” Common in depression.

🔴 Red / Orange:

High Brain Activity

Areas are reactivated and functioning more normally.

🟡 Yellow:

Peak Neural Activity

Optimal engagement in emotional and cognitive regions.

⚠️ Few or small spots (In Depressed Brain)

Indicates reduced activity in key areas like the prefrontal cortex — associated with symptoms like sadness, low energy, and poor focus.

🌟 Large, bright spots (After TMS)

Shows increased and healthy activation, especially in areas that regulate mood, thinking, and motivation.

PET scan images show increased electrical activity in key regions following TMS, especially in areas linked to mood regulation like the left DLPFC. This illustrates how TMS can help restore normal brain function in depression.

Conditions TMS can help with:

TMS is primarily used for individuals who have not responded well to medications or therapy. It is FDA-approved for depression and OCD, with research indicating its effectiveness for conditions like anxiety, PTSD, OCD and Substance Use. With minimal side effects, TMS provides a promising, non-invasive alternative for those seeking relief from mental health and neurological disorders.