Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) generates a brief magnetic pulse with field strengths up to several Tesla from a stimulating coil. If the coil is placed over the head of a human subject, the magnetic field will pass through the scalp, cranial bone, meninges, and cerebrospinal fluid layer and is able to induce an electric field sufficient to depolarize superficial axons and to activate neural networks in the brain cortex. TMS provides a non-invasive method to stimulate the brain and modulate brain functions.
Specifications:
• Maximum repetition rate: 100pps
• Pulse modes: standard, Dual/Twin, Theta burst, Power Mode
• Waveforms: Biphasic, Monophasic, Half-sine
• Current Direction: Normal/Reverse
• Motor evoked potential (MEP) monitor provided
• Coils: Circular, Butterfly (Figure-of-Eight), Cool coils
Applications:
• Examination of the physiology of the motor pathways in the central and peripheral nervous system.
• Examination of functional aspects of motor nerve stimulation.
• Examination of human cortical physiology.
Location: ZB217b
Charging rate:
PolyU Users (per session): $80
External Users (UGC-funded) (per session): $160
Other External Users (per session): $400
To use, please go to the URFMS
Equipment in-charge: Dr. Tommy LAM
