What is electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)?
ECT is a form of brain stimulation where a brief electric current is administered to the brain to induce a controlled seizure while
TMS is a form of brain stimulation where a magnetic field (about the same strength as in an MRI scan) is used to change the activity of brain cells in specific brain areas. TMS can be used against treatment-resistant depression and is approved by the FDA. When treating depression with TMS, a coil is placed on the forehead to target the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) of the brain. A TMS procedure typically lasts for 30-60 minutes and a full treatment includes 20-30 procedures. No anesthesia or muscle relaxants are needed and the patient is fully awake through the procedures.
Read more about Can Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treat depression? – Your complete guide to TMS and tDCS for depression
Related questions
Does tDCS work?
tDCS is about as effective as antidepressant medication or psychotherapy when it comes to treating depression. Some research studies show that antidepressants are
What is tDCS?
Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a non-invasive, non-pharmacological and painless form of brain stimulation. It’s used to treat depression and chronic pain
