What is the duration of a typical TMS treatment session?

A typical Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatment session lasts about 40 minutes. This duration allows for the procedure to be effective while ensuring that patients can comfortably manage the treatment within a standard schedule. During this time, the patient can expect to receive the magnetic pulses aimed at the brain, which are usually administered in specific intervals to target the desired areas effectively. The process involves preparing the patient and monitoring them closely, which contributes to the overall session length.

Shorter sessions, as indicated in some of the other choices, may not allow sufficient time for the therapeutic effect to be achieved, and longer sessions might be impractical and less efficient for both patients and healthcare providers. Thus, 40 minutes strikes a balance, making it the standard duration for TMS treatments.