Transcranial magnetic stimulation in treatment of Ataxia- A novel approach

Authors

Pravalya Varanasi, JSS academy of higher education and researchFollow
Akshatha C. J, JSS Academy of Higher Education and ResearchFollow
Krishna K. R, Manipal hospital,MysoreFollow

Author ORCID Identifier

https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1572-9197

Corresponding Author

Dr.Akshatha C J

akshathacj72@gmail.com

Abstract

Abstract: -

Ataxia is a disabling clinical condition characterized by impaired motor coordination, balance, with restricted treatment options. There is growing evidence of Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive neuromodulation technique, as a potential treatment option in various types of ataxias. We present a case series of two patients with ataxia of a paraneoplastic cerebellar degeneration and a hereditary aetiology treated with rTMS. Both patients showed significant improvement in ataxia symptoms following rTMS stimulation targeting the cerebellum and motor cortex. These findings highlight that rTMS may be used as a potential treatment modality in cases of ataxia irrespective of aetiology.

Publication Date

2025

Publisher

JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research

Conflict of Interest

None

Keywords

ataxia, rTMS, Neuromodulation

Word Count

840

Recommended Citation

Varanasi P, J AC, R KK. Transcranial magnetic stimulation in treatment of Ataxia- A novel approach. Digital Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2025; 7(4): -. doi: https://doi.org/10.55691/2582-3868.1267

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