Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation technique that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. TMS has been studied as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, but more research is needed to determine its effectiveness.

TMS for Alzheimer’s treatment typically involves the following steps:

1. The patient will be fitted with a helmet that contains a coil. The coil will be placed over the area of the brain that is affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
2. The doctor will then use a computer to control the intensity and duration of the magnetic pulses.
3. The patient will feel a tapping sensation on the scalp during the procedure. This is caused by the magnetic pulses stimulating the nerve cells in the brain.
4. The treatment typically lasts for about 30 minutes.
5. The patient may experience some mild side effects after the procedure, such as headache or scalp discomfort. These side effects are usually short-lived.