Brain-stimulation PTSD treatment shows 68% remission
A newly FDA-cleared PTSD treatment uses personalized brain mapping and magnetic stimulation. In a clinical trial, symptoms fell by 52% and 68% of patients reached remission. Researchers say the approach could guide more precise treatments for other mental illnesses.
Why it matters
Many people with post-traumatic stress disorder do not respond to current therapies.
Background
PTSD is a mental health condition that can follow trauma such as war or violence. Magnetic brain stimulation is already used to treat depression.
The story so far
- Brain-mapping magnetic therapy shows 68% PTSD remission in trial
- Brain-stimulation PTSD treatment shows 68% remission
Sources
- ScienceDaily ↗Oct 23, 7:02 AM ET
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