Why NeuroStar TMS Is Different
The Science Behind NeuroStar Advanced TMS
NeuroStar TMS therapy is a non-invasive and drug-free procedure that is cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). During a TMS session, the device emits magnetic pulses to stimulate the parts of your brain associated with regulating your mood. In patients with depression and other mood disorders, these regions tend to show underactivity. The magnetic pulses stimulate your neurons, leading to an increase in your brain activity. This, in turn, could help you stabilize your mood and break away from persistent thoughts.
NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy differentiates itself by elevating this basic idea and using advanced targeting and software algorithms that ensure consistent and precise magnetic field strength. Because NeuroStar is FDA-cleared for a variety of mental health conditions, its safety and efficacy come from extensive research. It is especially beneficial if you have tried multiple antidepressants without success or seek a non-invasive treatment approach.
Personalized Care With Advanced Mapping
One of the distinguishing features of NeuroStar TMS is the personalized mapping it offers. During your first session, your provider will identify the exact treatment location, factoring in your head shape and unique brain anatomy. By personalizing this mapping, NeuroStar ensures the magnetic pulses reach the correct regions consistently. This precise alignment reduces the likelihood of common side effects and helps you experience the therapy’s benefits more quickly. The mapping session usually lasts about half an hour.
Sessions after your first mapping typically last about 18 minutes each. A common neurostimulation schedule includes five sessions per week for seven weeks.
Comfort and Convenience of NeuroStar TMS
Another reason NeuroStar TMS is different is in the comfort it provides during your daily sessions. You will sit in a comfortable chair, without any need for anesthesia or sedation. In fact, you can use the time to listen to music, read a book, or simply relax. After your treatment, you can resume daily activities as usual. Additionally, the immediate availability at our centers across the state means you do not have to wait weeks or months to access life-changing care.
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The ultimate difference comes down to the results, with clinical studies showing that NeuroStar TMS reduced depressive symptoms for 83% of patients (Sackheim HA, et al. (2020). J Affective Disorders, 277(12):65-74.).
NeuroStar Advanced TMS stands out for its precision and proven efficacy. By choosing Bloom Health Centers, you gain access to a caring and knowledgeable team that is ready to guide you every step of the way. If you are seeking a new path for your mental health needs, talk to us about how NeuroStar TMS is different and how it could make a difference in your life.
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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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