rTMS Treatment for Depression: A Practical Guide

rTMS treatment for depression is now a standard part of management, with an expanding research base. This updated concise clinical guide provides information on history, development, evidence base, side effects, and establishment of treatment programs. It also covers the use of deep TMS, theta burst stimulation, accelerated forms, and approaches to treatment targeting. It is a valuable resource for clinicians and practitioners.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 197 pages
Publication date: 26 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) treatment is increasingly becoming a standard component of the management of individuals with depression, backed by a rapidly expanding research base. This comprehensive and revised concise clinical guide serves as a valuable reference and practical tool for clinicians working with or interested in learning about this treatment technique. The introductory chapters provide foundational information on the history, development, and mechanism of action of rTMS treatment. The subsequent chapters delve into the detailed application of rTMS in the treatment of depression, encompassing an explanation of the evidence base and a comprehensive discussion of various clinical considerations. Thorough exploration of treatment side effects is undertaken, with particular attention given to the establishment of effective rTMS treatment programs. An updated review of the use of rTMS in other psychiatric conditions, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, is included. New chapters in this edition address the use of deep TMS, theta burst stimulation, accelerated forms of rTMS, and strategies for managing patients who do not respond to initial therapy. Additionally, various approaches to treatment targeting are extensively addressed. This book aims to provide both rTMS practitioners and interested generalists with an up-to-date and comprehensive understanding of the field, while also offering valuable practical clinical advice.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030915216
Edition number: 2nd ed. 2022