What it is
TMS is a common scientific term for transcranial magnetic stimulation. The prefix ‘micro-‘ indicates a much milder (millitesla range) magnetic field than in the more common form of rTMS (tesla range).
How does it work?
A light and comfortable headcap on the head contains one or more electromagnets. The magnetic field pulsates, thereby inducing small electric currents in the brain. The currents can stimulate and entrain neuronal networks. Chemical mediators such as serotonin, dopamine and BDNF are released, influencing brain function. Autonomic sympathetic activitiy is often reduced, alpha waves can become stronger, left and right hemisphere become more synchronised. Pain, muscle tone and anxiety are reduced. Mood improves.
What conditions can be treated with microTMS?
- ADHD, although it cannot be cured, symptoms can be alleviated
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Chronic pain
- Depression
- Poor sleep (insomnia)
- Loss of smell (anosmia)
Depression
testimony of a man who used the home stimulator for depression
Loss of smell
What does it cost?
Consultation in our clinic is € 100/hour. A single treatment also costs € 100. You can also rent one of our stimulators for use at home. Rent is € 100/week and we make a new custom built cap for you for € 500.
Where to go?
We have two clinics in the Netherlands, one in urban Schiedam and one in picturesque Schipluiden. Enter your details below and we will contact you, we speak English, Dutch, Russian, Estonian and German.