Establishing an effective TMS protocol for craving in substance addiction: Is it possible?

Background And Objectives: Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive tool with known therapeutic efficacy in various neuropsychiatric disorders, such as depression, schizophrenia, mania, and anxiety disorders. We hereby, briefly present a brief review and meta-analysis on the use of TMS for craving in substance addiction.

Methods: We present our brief review and meta-analysis following the recommendations of the Cochrane group.