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Stroke Rehabilitation: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation System (TMS System)
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2026-02-28
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Stroke patients suffer brain damage due to cerebral vascular occlusion or cerebral hemorrhage, affecting physical activity, swallowing, and speech abilities. During rehabilitation, the biggest challenge for patients is regaining these abilities. In addition to medication and various specialized treatments and training, TMS System is a non-invasive treatment that can help patients restore the function of damaged brain cells or remodel nearby brain cells to replace the original brain functions, making stroke rehabilitation more comprehensive and tailored to the patient's needs.
TMS System is a non-invasive brain stimulation therapy with few side effects. Numerous medical studies indicate that TMS System is suitable for treating various neurological disorders, such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, cognitive impairment, chronic pain, and migraines. The principle of TMS System is to deliver magnetic pulses of different frequencies to specific locations in the brain using an instrument. These magnetic fields can penetrate the scalp and skull, altering the brain's "circuit." Through variations in magnetic field frequency, the activity of the cerebral cortex can be increased or decreased, helping brain nerve cells repair or establish new neural connections. This allows brain cells damaged by stroke or those in healthy surrounding tissues to regain or effectively replace the functions of the affected brain. The type and intensity of the magnetic fields emitted during treatment are similar to those in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The treatment area on the skull is only a few centimeters, so it does not affect the function of other brain tissues, and the procedure is safe and rarely causes serious discomfort. There are several modes of TMS System, with repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) being the most commonly used. This involves delivering a series of magnetic pulses to the brain.
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During treatment, patients wear a soft cap to determine the location of the magnetic field stimulation. Because different stroke sites affect different bodily functions, doctors will develop targeted treatment plans based on the patient's condition. For example, stimulating the motor cortex can improve limb mobility. Besides the brain, TMS System can sometimes directly stimulate surrounding muscles. For example, if speech or swallowing is impaired, stimulation can be applied to areas related to the medulla oblongata and neck muscles.
Each time lasts approximately 20-45 minutes. Patients do not require sedation or anesthesia and remain conscious during treatment. Earplugs may be worn if necessary due to the sound emitted during operation. During treatment, patients may experience a patting sensation, sometimes facial muscle twitching, or mild pain at specific locations where the magnetic coils are activated. Doctors will adjust the TMS System settings or move the coil placement as needed to ensure patient comfort. TMS System treatment is typically performed two to three times per week, with efficacy assessed after four to six weeks. However, treatment effectiveness varies from person to person, and some patients may require longer treatment courses. Patients can choose to discontinue treatment at any time if they experience discomfort.
The most serious side effect of TMS System is seizures. Patients with a history of related conditions such as epilepsy should inform their doctor to assess suitability for treatment. Additionally, TMS System is not suitable for patients with non-removable, magnetically sensitive metal devices located within the skull or within 12 inches (approximately 30 cm) of the magnetic coil.
While this physical method can directly stimulate the brain, restoring bodily functions still requires the combined use of various specialized treatments such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to ensure a more comprehensive and effective stroke rehabilitation process. The earlier stroke emergency care is initiated, the better the outcome, and the same applies to rehabilitation treatment. The optimal time to begin TMS System treatment is within the first two to three months after a stroke; however, even if a period of time has passed since the stroke, if rehabilitation progress is not ideal, TMS System can be considered in conjunction with specialized treatments to help patients accelerate their rehabilitation process through a diversified approach.
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