Practical applications of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) in clinical settings (2025)


Aalborg University, Doctoral School in Medicine, Biomedical Science and Technology


Welcome to Practical applications of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) in clinical settings

Description: 

This one-day intensive course is designed for doctors, physiotherapists, psychologists, and sports scientists interested in the clinical applications of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), which is a non-invasive cortical stimulation technique able to induce cortical neuroplasticity.

Recent studies have demonstrated promising results in using rTMS to treat psychiatric disorders, neurological conditions, and chronic pain, as well as to improve cognitive performance and athletic performance.

Participants will gain hands-on experience in administering rTMS to several brain targets, such as the primary motor cortex and dorsolateral prefrontal cortex.

The course aims to equip professionals with the skills needed to effectively incorporate rTMS into their clinical practices, enhancing treatment outcomes for a diverse range of patients, healthy individuals, and athletes.

Prerequisites: 

Participants should have a basic understanding of neuroanatomy.

Learning objectives: 

Learning Outcomes

Students will:

·       Gain a comprehensive knowledge of rTMS mechanisms and their clinical applications.

·       Develop practical skills in setting up and delivering rTMS to several brain areas.

·       Learn to identify appropriate treatment protocols for different conditions.

·       Understand safety considerations and contraindications in rTMS treatment.

Form of evaluation:

Participants should have a basic understanding of neuroanatomy.

Key literature: 

Selected papers and book chapters to be announced before the course.

Organizer: 

Associate Professor Daniel Ciampi de Andrade, email: dca@hst.aau.dk

Postdoc Enrico De Martino, email: edm@hst.aau.dk

Lecturers:

Postdoc Enrico De Martino 

ECTS: 0.75

Time: 13 February 2025 (08.15-16.15)

Place: Aalborg University

Zip code: 9220

City: Aalborg

Maximal number of participants: 25

Deadline: 23 January 2025


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Course dates
13 February 2025 - 13 February 2025
Course organizer
Enrico De Martino
Venue

City
Aalborg
Country
Denmark
ECTS
0.8
Link
https://phd.moodle.aau.dk/course/view.php?id=...