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RTMS therapy

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Murray Bridge, AU

Has anyone heard of or tried RTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) therapy? My pain specialist has suggested it and I'm wondering if anyone here has tried or benefited from it?

February 2
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A MyFibroTeam Member

Sounds like something to look into - if it does no harm, it may do good. Be brave and give it a go, but don't be slow to stop if unwanted symptoms crop up.

February 10
A MyFibroTeam Member

✨🧠 Wow, Lisa, good on you for exploring this off the beaten path treatment option! I've read about it, first when an author described her treatment in her blog. I recently saw it depicted in a series when the main character was recovering from a traumatic brain injury.
I wondered if TMS will ever be routinely offered as a treatment option for people recovering from post viral syndromes and more. I think it's amazing how there are different ways it can benefit people.

February 3
A MyFibroTeam Member

Noʻ Sorry not heard off this lass.

February 3
MyFibroTeam

Has anyone tried RTMS therapy for fibromyalgia?

Unfortunately, the search results don't include specific information about RTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) therapy for fibromyalgia or experiences from MyFibroTeam members who have tried it.

However, the research does show that brain imaging studies have Show Full Answer

Has anyone tried RTMS therapy for fibromyalgia?

Unfortunately, the search results don't include specific information about RTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) therapy for fibromyalgia or experiences from MyFibroTeam members who have tried it.

However, the research does show that brain imaging studies have confirmed that the excessive sensitivity to pain in fibromyalgia is genuine and originates in the brain. This scientific understanding supports why your pain specialist might be exploring brain-focused treatments like RTMS.

What we do know about fibromyalgia treatments:

Currently, there are no "really effective" drugs specifically for fibromyalgia, which is why many doctors are exploring alternative approaches. Research into fibromyalgia has only been taken seriously for about 20 to 30 years, so newer treatment options are still being studied.

Consider asking your pain specialist:

- What success rates they've seen with RTMS for fibromyalgia patients
- How many sessions are typically needed
- What side effects to expect
- Whether it's covered by insurance

You might also want to post this question directly on MyFibroTeam to connect with members who may have personal experience with RTMS therapy. Sometimes fellow members have tried treatments that aren't widely discussed yet.

February 2

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