What are risks of tms to treat depression?

Ineffectiveness: It is an fda approved treaent for persons who have failed antidepressant therapy. It is not used very much because it does not seem to work. It is non- invasive and safe.

Safe, effective: Research seems to indicate that tms is as effective as anti-depressants for treatment of depression. The most common side effect is headache and mild-moderate scalp pain at the site of the treatment. Muscle twitching during the treatment may occur but this is transient and only occurs during active treatment. Seizures are a risk, but very rare.