Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) in Swiss clinics

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive brain-stimulation treatment that uses magnetic pulses to activate mood-regulating areas of the brain; it is mainly used in Swiss clinics for depression that has not responded to medication.

By Luxury Rehab Switzerland editorial teamReviewed 2 October 2026Editorial policy

How TMS is delivered

A coil is placed against the scalp while the client is awake. Sessions last between a few minutes (theta-burst) and around 40 minutes, usually daily for several weeks.

Side effects

Most commonly scalp discomfort or headache. There is no anaesthesia and no memory impairment.

Which conditions is TMS used for?

Swiss clinics offering TMS

Frequently asked questions

Is TMS effective?

Clinical trials show meaningful response rates in treatment-resistant depression; it is approved in Switzerland, the EU and the US for this indication.

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