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Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) - Valley Regional Hospital

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WM85-2280
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English
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Neuromodulation Services, Valley Regional Hospital

Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) is a type of brain stimulation therapy used to treat symptoms of depression, often used for patients who have not had good results with medication. This pamphlet explains how rTMS works, how to get ready, and what will happen during the treatment, as well as the possible side effects. 

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