Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

TMS involves a non-invasive approach to stimulate certain parts of the brain with magnetic fields. It is primarily used for the treatment of depression but has also been shown to reduce pain perception, especially in patients with chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia. TMS targets areas of the brain involved in pain processing, potentially influencing both mood and pain pathways. It is thought to help re-regulate brain activity in areas that are overactive or underactive in individuals with chronic pain and psychiatric conditions. TMS can be incorporated into treatment for patients with both psychiatric symptoms and chronic pain, especially when other treatments (e.g., medications) have been insufficient.