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TMS For OCD

Targeted, non-invasive relief for obsessive thoughts and compulsions.

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Response Rates

90%

Depression

83%

Anxiety

68%

OCD

72%

PTSD

Explained in 30 sec

  • OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) is a condition marked by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions).
  • TMS targets brain circuits involved in these patterns, helping reduce their intensity.
  • It is FDA-approved for OCD, non-invasive, and free from medication-related side effects.
  • Many patients experience meaningful improvement, even when other treatments haven’t worked.

What is OCD?

  • OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) is a mental health condition involving obsessions and compulsions.
  • Obsessions are unwanted, intrusive thoughts that cause anxiety.
  • Compulsions are repetitive actions or mental rituals done to reduce that anxiety.
  • Common obsessions include fears of contamination, harm, or losing control.
  • Compulsions may involve behaviors like cleaning, checking, or counting.
  • OCD is a treatable condition.

What Causes OCD?

The exact cause of OCD isn’t fully understood, but it is believed to result from a combination of biological and environmental factors that affect how the brain processes thoughts and behaviors.

  • Genetics may play a role, as OCD can run in families.
  • Differences in brain structure and function, especially in areas linked to decision-making and behavior, may contribute.
  • Stressful life events, childhood trauma, or certain infections have been associated with the onset of symptoms.
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Breaking the OCD Cycle with TMS

Similarly to patients with depression, people with persistent OCD that doesn’t respond to other treatments may be referred to TMS offices. According to the International OCD Foundation, research shows OCD can be successfully treated with TMS, and in recent years, it has become a more common treatment for this mental illness. 

  • TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) uses targeted magnetic pulses to help regulate the brain circuits involved in OCD, particularly the CSTC loop.
  • At Advanced TMS Clinic, the FDA-cleared Cool D-B80 deep coil is used to stimulate key areas such as the dorsomedial prefrontal cortex and the anterior cingulate cortices.
  • This non-invasive approach helps retrain neural pathways without the need for medication or sedation.
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TMS for OCD vs Depression
OCD
Depression
Target Area
Dorsomedial Prefrontal Cortex & Anterior Cingulate Cortex
Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex
Stimulation Frequency
High frequency (around 20 Hz)
Moderate frequency (around 10 Hz) or Theta Burst
Session Duration
Approximately 15–20 minutes
Around 3–20 minutes
Symptom Activation
Typically required before sessions
Not required
FDA Approval
Approved in 2018
Approved in 2008

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