TMS Therapy for Depression in Santa Monica
TMS Therapy for Depression
Are you a patient who has struggled with depression and no treatment seems to work? TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) therapy is an alternative treatment for depression, especially for patients like you. Following the popularity and effectiveness of TMS therapy for depression, FDA approved it as a treatment option for depression in 2008. Since then, it has been used on many patients and it has been very successful.
TMS therapy for depression is administered continuously over a specified time. It is most effectively done consecutively for 5 days a week over a period of 6 to 8 weeks as advised by your doctor.
TMS therapy is only administered at a TMS clinic and therefore patients may need to adjust their daily schedules.
How TMS Therapy for Depression Works
TMS therapy for depression uses an electromagnetic coil placed on your scalp. The coil releases magnetic energy. Your doctor determines the amount of magnetic energy required for your therapy. Magnetic pulses are sent to your brain to stimulate a specific part that is responsible for controlling your depression symptoms.
TMS Therapy for Depression Vs. Other Treatments
TMS Therapy vs. Deep Brain Stimulation
Deep Brain Stimulation treatment is invasive and can cause brain seizures while TMS therapy is non-invasive.
TMS Therapy vs. Antidepressants
TMS therapy doesn’t become addictive while some antidepressants are known to cause addiction when used often. Patients who have experienced addiction should stop the use of antidepressants and try TMS therapy.
TMS therapy has little to no side effects. Antidepressants usually have side effects that include strong headaches, stomach issues, weight fluctuation, etc. TMS therapy does not have major side effects except mild discomfort in the area where the magnetic coil is placed and sometimes mild headaches.
If you would like to get help in fighting your stubborn episodes of depression, talk with our experts. Depression can be life-threatening, get help today.
