TMS treatment for Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, a condition that leads to a gradual decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning abilities. It primarily affects older adults, but younger people can also develop early-onset Alzheimer's. The disease progresses slowly over time and significantly impacts daily life and independence.

The exact cause of Alzheimer’s is still not fully understood, but several factors may increase the risk, including:

• Advancing age
• Family history of the disease
• Untreated depression
• Lifestyle factors such as smoking, poor diet, and lack of
• physical activity
• Conditions that affect heart and vascular health
• Biological processes: build up of proteins (amyloid plaques and tau tangles) in and around brain cells.

While these factors may raise the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s, they do not guarantee it.

Alzheimer’s is a progressive condition, meaning symptoms worsen over time. Common early signs include:

• Memory lapses, such as forgetting recent events or names
• Difficulty finding words or making decisions
• Getting confused or disoriented, even in familiar places
• Changes in behaviour, mood, or personality
• Trouble performing everyday tasks without help
• Later stages may include hallucinations, delusions, and problems with mobility and self-care

Although there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, various treatments can help manage symptoms and support quality of life. These may include:

• Medications to temporarily improve memory or slow symptom progression
• Cognitive stimulation therapy to support mental functioning
• Home adaptations to promote independence
• Psychological support and palliative care for both individuals and their families
• Antibody treatments that work by clearing amyloid plaques to help slow early disease progression
  
  

Early diagnosis offers the best chance to access treatment and plan for the future.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain. Approved by NICE for depression, TMS is now showing promise as a therapy for Alzheimer’s.

Recent studies have found that:

• TMS may slow cognitive decline in people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s
• It can improve memory, daily functioning, and behavioural symptoms
• TMS is generally safe, with minimal and temporary side effects
• The therapy appears most effective when started early and tailored to the individual

TMS is emerging as a hopeful new approach for those looking to maintain cognitive function and quality of life in the face of Alzheimer’s.

Assessment price

After completing your online questionnaires, you'll have a video chat with one of our expert clinicians. This session is an opportunity for you to discuss your condition in detail, ask any questions you may have, and receive personalised advice on how TMS treatment can benefit you.

You will then come into your chosen clinic for in-person MOCA testing with one of our expert TMS practitioners so we can assess your condition and confirm that TMS is the right option for you

The cost of this assessment is £350.

Alzheimer's treatment prices

TMS for Alzheimer’s can enhance circuits involved in memory, attention, and executive function. A typical protocol involves daily sessions for 10 days, followed by weekly sessions for 10 weeks. After 10–15 sessions, treatment is reviewed to decide whether to continue weekly sessions long-term.

Dr Neal and his team understand the need to help out patients stay well beyond the end of their TMS treatment. Using research and our own experience, we have designed aftercare packages to provide ongoing care with a planned programme of regular top-up treatments.

Have you had TMS treatment for depression at another clinic? Smart TMS can offer you maintenance therapy, too.