Posted by socialphobic on September 14, 2008, at 8:16:55
In reply to rTMS experiences and Doctor near Palo Alto?, posted by uncouth on September 13, 2008, at 17:44:07
Yes I have had this done. I had about 20 sessions but didn't find it helped much (if at all). You either get low frequency on both sides (left and right), or low frequency on the left combined with high frequency on the right. I tried both options for 10 sessions each.
High frequency is probably more effective, so ask for that if possible. Only downside is that its more uncomfortable than low frequency and mildly painful (but you get used to it). During treatment it twitches your eye and jaw which can be a bit annoying.
But by all means, give it a go. I have heard the success rate is about 50%, unfortunately I don't think I was one of those 50% :(
I have also heard that when it does work, the effects are only short lasting (like ECT). If it works for you, then you may only get benefit for a few months and have to go back for more.
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