rTMS is effective in reducing pain in people with chronic pain condition. It can especially be beneficial for those that do not respond well to conventional methods of treatment and can also enhance the effectiveness of medications and other forms of treatment for chronic pain.
rTMS is generally regarded as a safe treatment option with very few, mild and temporary side effects such as headaches, facial twitching, or painful scalp sensations that usually resolve over the treatment course.
The number of rTMS sessions required by the person depends on their intensity of chronic pain as well as their response to the treatment.
Get a daily dose of motivation, straight to your mailbox.