APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF TRANSCRANIAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION

摘要

Disclosed are apparatus and methods for delivery of transcranial magnetic stimulation. The apparatus includes a TMS coil (10) which when energized generates an electric field substantially parallel to a long axis of the coi l (10) and substantially normal to a surface of the coil (10). Furthermore disclosed an apparatus for delivery of TMS in which a coil (10) is adapted t o a robotic member for computer-aided control and delivery. Further disclosed are methods of TMS planning and delivery in which subject images are utilize d to plan, position and orient the TMS coil (10) for precise delivery. Disclos ed also are TMS coils (10) having unique designs to better focus and direct magnetic stimulation.