Do NeuroStar Treatments Hurt?
NeuroStar is the #1 physician-recommended TMS treatment that is well-known for its effectiveness. It is a non-invasive, non-surgical, and medication-free approach to mental health care for patients with depression, anxious depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. One of the most common concerns from our patients is: Do NeuroStar treatments hurt?
If you’re curious about how TMS therapy can help with your mental health needs, schedule a consultation with us. At Bloom Health Centers, we’re here to provide you with personalized guidance and to answer any questions you might have. If you’re exploring new treatment options, NeuroStar can be a promising and comfortable approach to improving your mental health. Don’t let concerns about discomfort hold you back—discover how NeuroStar can make a difference in your life with a consultation with us.
How You Will Experience NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy
NeuroStar is not a surgical treatment, a drug, or an invasive treatment requiring anesthesia or sedation. It is delivered via a specialized treatment device, in a 20-minute session at our office. During your NeuroStar treatment session, our TMS technician will place a coil on your head, through which electromagnetic waves are emitted to a specific region of the brain. These electromagnetic waves will excite the neurons in your brain, improving your brain activity.
NeuroStar stimulates your brain to be more active in a safe and controlled manner. In a matter of weeks, this improved brain activity may help relieve some of the symptoms of depression, OCD, or depression with comorbid anxiety . NeuroStar acts quickly: while we recommend the full seven-week treatment course for best results, many patients experience relief as early as after their first or second treatment session. Results can also last up to a year.
Do NeuroStar Treatments Hurt?
One of the most common questions patients ask us is if TMS therapy will be painful. We understand why this is such a common concern. Naturally, as patients are navigating their treatment options, they want to select the treatment that causes them the least pain and discomfort.
During a session, you might experience mild discomfort on your scalp, but these feelings are generally well-tolerated. The procedure is quick and does not require any downtime, allowing you to resume your normal activities right after treatment.
Call Our Arlington Office for a TMS Therapy That Is Highly Effective
At Bloom Health Centers, we offer the #1 doctor-recommended TMS treatment, NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy for qualifying adult patients who are experiencing major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or major depressive disorder with comorbid anxiety, as well as adolescent patients (15-21) with major depressive disorder.
If you have any questions about this treatment, including whether NeuroStar TMS therapy hurts, bring them to us—our specialists will take the time to address all your concerns. Book your consultation with one of our offices today and discover how NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy can be right for you.
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