Effects of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on Cortical Excitability in Patients with Chronic Pain – A Scoping Review
Date
2021-12-01
Authors
DeWees, Samantha
Mitchell, Laurah
Wang-Price, Sharon
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Abstract
Background rTMS is a non-invasive brain stimulation which has been shown to produce analgesic effects in patients with chronic pain. It is unclear whether rTMS has an effect on cortical excitability in patients with chronic rTMS. Purpose To examine the current information available regarding the usage and the effects of rTMS on cortical excitability in those with chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
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Presented at the TWU Dallas School of Physical Therapy Research Conference
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rTMS, Chronic pain, Physiotherapy, Chronic myofascial pain syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Cortical excitability