Treating BPD with TMS - the evidence

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) presents a variety of symptoms, making it challenging to diagnose and treat. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) typically recommends therapy.

We focus on the prefrontal cortex when using transcranial magnetic stimulation to treat borderline personality disorder.

Research on using TMS to treat BPD has been ongoing since 2014.

• Reyes-Lopez treated several patients and saw a 30% average reduction in BPD symptoms. The most notable improvements were in anger, mood instability, and impulsivity.

• Calihol conducted a study where half of his patients received a placebo, while the other half received TMS treatment. The TMS group showed a 40% higher rate of significant symptom improvement compared to the placebo group.

• Feffer studied patients with both borderline personality disorder and depression. All of his patients experienced significant improvement in their depression, which made managing other BPD symptoms easier.

At Smart TMS, we've successfully treated many patients with borderline personality disorder, with about 75% experiencing significant symptom improvement and 60% achieving remission.

Research shows that if Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is effective for treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), patients typically begin to see improvements within the first 15 sessions.

If we notice a noticeable improvement in your symptoms after 15 sessions, we will recommend up to 30 sessions to enhance the treatment's effectiveness.

Sometimes, improvements aren't seen, so choosing TMS for your borderline personality disorder is a personal decision. It's crucial to consider the evidence provided.

Treating Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be challenging, as you might have experienced with your GP or psychiatrist. Our supportive and knowledgeable team is here to guide you through TMS and share the success rates we've observed, helping you make the best choice for your treatment.

Our supportive and expert team of patient advisors will guide you through TMS and share the success rates we've observed in treating BPD, helping you make the best decision for your needs.