10/28/2026
TMS and ECT both stimulate the brain—but are they the same treatment?
Not quite. TMS uses targeted magnetic pulses without anesthesia or significant downtime, while ECT uses controlled seizures under general anesthesia and is often considered for severe or urgent depression. This blog compares how they work, their risks, and when each may be considered.
Compare TMS and ECT in the full blog:
https://wintmstherapy.com/brain-boost-exploring-the-differences-between-transcranial-magnetic-stimulation-and-electroconvulsive-therapy/
Brain Boost: In this article, we will focus on the disparities between Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT).