Method and apparatus for providing transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to a patient
US10500408B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2/06
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus for applying Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to a patient comprising a head mount for disposition on the head of a patient, and a plurality of magnet assemblies for releasable mounting on the head mount. The magnet assemblies comprises a magnet for selectively providing a rapidly changing magnetic field capable of inducing weak electric currents for modifying the natural electrical activity of the brain of the patient. The number of magnet assemblies mounted, their individual positioning, and their selective provision of a rapidly changing magnetic field is selected to allow spatial, strength and temporal characteristics of the magnetic field to be tailored for the patient, to provide patient-specific IMS therapy, assist in diagnosis, or map out brain function. The magnet assembles can comprise magnets for provide a rapidly changing magnetic field of at least 500-600 Tesla/second corresponding to a magnet movement speed of no less than 400 Hertz.
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