SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR COOLING ELECTROMAGNETS FOR TRANSCRANIAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION

摘要

Described herein are systems, methods and apparatus for cooling Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) electromagnets, including arrays of TMS electromagnets that are configured for either static positioning around a subject's head, or for moving relative to the subject's head during a treatment. In general, these cooled TMS systems include an insulated enclosure that is adapted to fit at least partially over the subject's head and to at least partially surround one or more TMS electromagnets. The enclosure holds a coolant which may circulate within the enclosure and exchange heat with the TMS electromagnet(s). The systems and methods described may allow repetitive firing of TMS electromagnets over an extended period of time or at greater powers.