TMS Success Rates: What to Expect

Success rates vary by condition: 50-60% of patients with treatment-resistant depression respond to TMS, with 30-35% achieving full remission of symptoms.

For OCD, TMS achieves 45-55% response rates when combined with exposure therapy, making it one of the most effective non-pharmacological treatments available. Deep TMS for smoking cessation shows 30-40% quit rates at 6 months.

Individual results depend on factors including treatment history, condition severity, and adherence to the treatment protocol. Patients who complete the full course of treatment typically see the best outcomes. Benefits often persist for 6-12 months or longer, with some patients requiring occasional maintenance sessions.