Treating Depression Through Magnetic Pulses

by on January 6, 2009

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depression4 thumb Treating Depression Through Magnetic Pulses

scientists are researching the treatment of depression through magnetic pulses and the initial studies have proven successfully. There is also a growing interest in exploring the use of the technique for the treatment of anxiety disorders, schizophrenia,  stroke and perhaps epilepsy. In this technique, a current is induced through magnetic stimulation without actually having an electrical connection. The magnets are focused on specific regions and patients are not given any muscle relaxants or anesthesia. Scientists are hopeful that through this treatment patients will be able to get their lives back after years of deep depression.

This finding could be particularly important for patients who do not tolerate antidepressant medications, for whom they are not safe, or who have not benefited from other alternative treatments.

Side effects included headaches and scalp discomfort.

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