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Rediscover Hope with Deep TMS Therapy
Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive treatment that effectively reduces symptoms of depression, anxiety, and OCD by stimulating brain activity.
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What is Deep TMS?
Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas responsible for mood regulation. It is a non-pharmacological option for individuals who have not responded adequately to antidepressant medications or psychotherapy. Health Canada–licensed for Major Depressive Disorder, OCD, and anxious depression (also FDA-cleared in the U.S. for these indications). PTSD and addiction are supported by emerging research.
Types of Neuromodulation we offer at BrainStim:
Repetitive TMS (rTMS)
Uses repeated magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas involved in mood regulation, according to a clinician-selected protocol. Used for depression, anxiety, and OCD.
Deep TMS (dTMS)
Reaches deeper brain structures using a clinician-selected protocol. Used for severe depression, OCD, and PTSD.
Neuro Feedback
A non-invasive therapy that supports brain function training, often used for memory issues and cognitive decline.
Transcranial direct current stimulation(tDCS)
Uses mild electrical currents to stimulate brain activity, for patients with neurological conditions.
How does Deep 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
A coil delivers magnetic pulses according to a clinician-selected protocol.
Mood and Symptoms Improve Over Time
The treatment plan and expected response vary by indication and individual factors.
Improvement Results
Sources: ScienceDirec , BrainsWay Clinical Results
Brain activity before and after Deep TMS treatment
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 Deep TMS)
Shows increased and healthy activation, especially in areas that regulate mood, thinking, and motivation.
PET scan images show changes in activity in key regions following TMS, including the left DLPFC.
Conditions Deep TMS can help with:
Deep TMS is primarily used for individuals who have not responded well to traditional medication. 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, Deep TMS provides a promising, non-invasive alternative for those seeking relief from mental health and neurological disorders.
Depression
Reduces symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
Anxiety
Targets the neural circuits involved in anxiety, reducing symptoms of chronic worry, panic, and generalized anxiety disorder.
PTSD
Helps process trauma-related stress and emotional dysregulation.
OCD
Relieves obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors..
Addiction
Helps break negative behavioral patterns.
