The Benefits of TMS Therapy
Non-Invasive Treatment
The most prominent advantage associated with TMS therapy is that it is a non-invasive procedure. This means that no surgery or anesthesia is required, making it much safer than many other treatments. During a TMS session, a coil is placed on the scalp and delivers magnetic pulses to certain regions of the brain. The pulses activate those areas of the brain responsible for mood, and can therefore reduce symptoms over time. Since TMS does not involve any surgical procedure, patients resume their regular activities immediately following each session. This makes it a very accessible option for people leading busy lives without the ability to take extended recovery times.
Few Side Effects
Another major benefit of TMS therapy is there are minimal side effects compared to many medications. The common side effects one faces in taking medications may include gaining weight, sexual dysfunction, and tiredness. In contrast, TMS therapy is usually well-tolerated, and the most common possible side effect may be a mild sensation of discomfort on the scalp or headache during or after treatment. These usually go away within the first few sessions. Because TMS does not involve any drugs, it also bypasses systemic side effects that make drugs hard to continue for some patients.
No Systemic Effects
Unlike medication, which acts on the whole body, TMS therapy works locally to stimulate the areas of the brain responsible for mood regulation. This makes TMS more specific in treatment, with no wide-ranging effects caused by medications. For patients who have apprehensions about long-term intake of medicines and their side effects on the body, TMS offers them a different way of treating depression in a focused manner. It also means that the TMS therapy doesn't interfere with other medications a person might be taking for various health conditions.
Long-Lasting Results
For many patients, TMS therapy offers long-term symptom relief. Real-world studies have shown that 62% of patients said their depression symptoms went into remission after TMS therapy.
Safe and FDA-Cleared
TMS therapy is a safe and FDA-cleared treatment of major depressive disorder. The knowledge that the treatment has gone through various tests and was cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration instills confidence in the safety and effectiveness of TMS. It is often recommended for adults who have not found success with traditional treatments.
Talk to Bloom Health Centers About the Potential Benefits of TMS Therapy
The benefits of getting TMS therapy in our Arlington office make it an appealing option for those suffering from depression, mainly because it caters most to those who have not been able to achieve any improvement through standard treatments. Non-invasive, with minimal side effects, it becomes the hope of so many people who have been searching to regulate their mood in a more effective way. Bloom Health Centers has offices all around the DMV and we can provide further insight into how this cutting-edge technology can address your mental health concerns.
TMS Patient Journey at Bloom
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NeuroStar Indication Statement
Adult Indications for Use
The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is indicated for the treatment of depressive episodes and for decreasing anxiety symptoms for those who may exhibit comorbid anxiety symptoms in adult patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and who failed to achieve satisfactory improvement from previous antidepressant medication treatment in the current episode.
The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Adolescent Indications for Use
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is indicated as an adjunct for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adolescent patients (15-21).
Important Safety Information
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is only available by prescription. A doctor can help decide if NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is right for you. Patients’ results may vary.
The most common side effect is pain or discomfort at or near the treatment site. These events are transient; they occur during the TMS treatment course and do not occur for most patients after the first week of treatment. There is a rare risk of seizure associated with the use of TMS therapy (<0.1% per patient).
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