Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive method to excite neurons in the brain: weak electric currents are induced in the tissue by rapidly changing magnetic fields. In this way, brain activity can be triggered with minimal discomfort and the functionality of the circuitry and connectivity of the brain can be studied.

TMS may only be performed upon completion of the ICTS Neuroimaging Unit TMS Training and with the subsequent written approval of the Unit Director, Dr. Steve Cramer. This training includes familiarity with the safe operation of the TMS software and hardware. TMS may only be performed in the Institute for Clinical & Translational Science Hewitt Hall site and under the supervision of a ICTS nurse familiar with TMS procedures.

To request use of TMS facilities, apply for services support using the ICTS application, and request TMS resource/assistance in the Radiological Imaging Section. Questions may be directed to the Neuroimaging Unit Director, Dr. Steve Cramer.

 

 

TMS Information and Protocols

 

Policy & Safety Reports

• Full TMS Lab Policy, ver.8
  Neuroimaging Unit's TMS policy. This includes the official TMS screening form and how to detect and respond to a seizure.

• TMS Rules, ver.4
  The Rules of Conduct in the TMS Lab.

• TMS Safety Document
  Magstim’s 2008 Review of the Safety of TMS.

• Wassermann rTMS Safety Document 
  Risk and Safety of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: Report and Suggested Guidelines From the International Workshop on the Safety of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, June 5–7, 1996.

• Stroke Report
  Magstim’s report on Stroke and TMS.

• Safety, ethical considerations, and application guidelines for the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation in clinical practice and research
  This article is based on a consensus conference intended to update the previous safety guidelines for the application of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) in research and clinical settings.

 

Downloadable Manuals & Protocols

• TMS Protocol
  The Neuroimaging Unit's General TMS Protocol

• Brainsight User Manual
  Brainsight Software Manual for Version 1.7.9

• Guide to Magnetic Stimulation 2008
  Magstim's TMS manual.

• Placebo Coil Operating Manual
  Operating Manual for the Magstim Placebo Coil.

• Kleim, Kleim & Cramer TMS Paper
  Nature Protocols Paper Detailing TMS Motor Paradigm.

 

Forms & Utilities

• TMS Data Sheet
  The Neuroimaging Unit's TMS Data Collection Form, for use with Scope.
• TMS Eligibility 
  The Neuroimaging Unit's TMS Sample Screening Form
• TMS Room Scheduler
  Current TMS room Scheduling Calendar. Proper Username and Password is Required to Access This Site.