Meta Information

ID:transcranial-magnetic-stimulation

Name:Transcranial magnetic stimulation

Schema Version:1.5

Title

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

Alternate Names

• TMS
• rTMS

Intervention Type

procedure

Expected Cost Mean

Low Cost:

6000

High Cost:

12000

Cost Type:

one time

Description:

Cost for a full course of treatment, typically 20-30 sessions.

Summary

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in specific brain regions. Its relevance to healthspan is primarily through improving mental health and potentially enhancing cognitive function, both crucial components of a long, healthy life. By modulating neural circuits, it may help mitigate age-related cognitive decline and mood disorders, supporting brain resilience.

Purpose

Non-invasive brain stimulation to improve mood and cognitive function.

Card Summary

A non-invasive procedure using magnetic fields to stimulate specific brain regions, primarily targeting mood disorders and potentially age-related cognitive decline.

Drug Class

Drugs In Class

Empty Array

Impact

Score:

3.8

Justification:

Highly targeted for brain health, but unproven for core longevity pathways.

Evidence

Grade:

B

Score:

5.5

Justification:

Strong evidence for clinical mood disorders, but limited for healthspan applications.

Safety

Score:

4.5

Justification:

Generally safe under medical supervision; rare but serious risk of seizure.

Flags

• Requires professional administration in a clinical setting.
• Contraindicated for individuals with metal implants in the head or a history of seizures.
• Most research focuses on clinical disorders, not healthspan in healthy individuals.
• Cost is a significant barrier as it is not typically covered for off-label use.

Verdict

Promising for brain health, but experimental and costly for pure longevity.

Created

2026-04-24T00:15:16.794197Z

Model

Gemini 3.1 Pro (High)

Delivery

Route:

none

Scope:

• systemic

Indication

Focus:

healthspan

Description:

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in specific brain regions. Its relevance to healthspan is primarily through impro...

Typical Protocol

• A typical course involves 20-30 daily sessions over 4-6 weeks targeting specific brain regions.