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What is TMS and how does it work?

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is an office-based procedure cleared by the FDA in 2008 for the treatment of Major Depression.

An MRI-strength magnet is used to stimulate an area of the brain thought to control mood.

Non-invasive and non-systemic.

No anesthesia or sedation is required. The patient sits in a comfortable chair during the procedure

Magnetic pulses are administered to the patient resulting in:

The release of neurotransmitters
Increased blood flow to the brain
Other positive clinical effects

The patient can resume normal activities following their treatments.

Treatments are administered 5 days a week for 6 weeks, then a 3-week taper phase.

A typical course of TMS would be a total of (36) 19-minute sessions

TMS is Safe and Well Tolerated

Considered safe and well-tolerated. No adverse effects on sleep, memory, or cognition.
No anesthesia or sedation required.

TMS is non-systemic and does not travel through the body like medication.

The most common side effects are mild to moderate headaches, which can usually be treated with over-the- counter pain medication. Scalp discomfort or pain at the treatment site, lightheadedness, or tingling in the face or limbs.

These side effects are usually temporary and resolve within a few hours after the treatment.

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PTSD and Depression: how TMS helps

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a non-drug treatment proven to improve symptoms of major depressive disorder, can also be highly effective in treating PTSD, especially when depression is also present.

What is PHQ-9?

The PHQ-9 is a multipurpose self-administered instrument for screening, monitoring and measuring the severity of depression. The PHQ-9 is the depression module, which scores each of the 9 DSM depression criteria as “0” (not at all) to “3” (nearly every day).

3 Things to Know About Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

The use of electromagnetic current to treat various conditions has fascinated the medical profession since ancient Greece. Over the centuries, studies have often been lacking, leading to much skepticism in the medical profession. Today, there is a strong collective interest in non-invasive, alternative, and natural remedies, leading to more research and refinements in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS).

Which Patients Qualify for TMS?

If you have tried 2 or more antidepressant medications and have not experienced relief from your symptoms of depression, then TMS may be the next choice of treatment options to feeling well again.

TMS was cleared by the FDA in 2008. Since then over 5 million TMS procedures have been performed worldwide.

Insurance

TMS Ohio accepts insurance from the following companies:

Aetna
Anthem
Cigna
Tricare
United Healthcare

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