NeuroStar TMS is an FDA-cleared Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy system used to treat certain mental health conditions, including Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and depression accompanied by anxiety symptoms. NeuroStar Advanced Therapy uses targeted magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation.
NeuroStar TMS is a non-invasive, non-drug treatment option designed for individuals who have not achieved satisfactory improvement from antidepressant medications or who cannot tolerate medication side effects.
NeuroStar TMS delivers gentle magnetic pulses to the prefrontal cortex, a region of the brain associated with mood control. In people experiencing depression and certain other mental health conditions, activity in this area may be reduced.
During treatment, patients sit comfortably while the NeuroStar device delivers magnetic stimulation to targeted brain regions. Each session is performed in an outpatient setting, and patients remain awake and alert throughout the procedure.
A typical course of NeuroStar TMS involves multiple sessions per week over several weeks, depending on the individual’s treatment plan.
NeuroStar TMS may be used to help treat:
Mental health providers determine candidacy through a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medical assessment.
Potential benefits of NeuroStar TMS include:
NeuroStar TMS has been extensively studied and is considered safe and well tolerated for eligible patients. The most common side effects include temporary scalp discomfort or mild headaches during treatment. These symptoms often improve after the first few sessions.
Although rare, seizures can occur in a very small percentage of patients. Individuals with certain implanted metal devices or non-removable conductive metal near the head may not be candidates for treatment.
A qualified healthcare provider can determine whether NeuroStar TMS is appropriate based on an individual’s medical history and treatment needs.
Pinnacle Behavioral Healthcare is proud to provide NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy as part of our comprehensive mental health services. Our experienced psychiatric providers create individualized treatment plans to help patients experiencing depression, OCD, anxiety symptoms, and other mental health concerns.
If traditional treatments have not provided sufficient relief, learn more about our Pinnacle TMS services or schedule a consultation with our team to determine whether NeuroStar TMS may be right for you.
NeuroStar TMS uses magnetic stimulation to target specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation, while antidepressants work by altering brain chemistry through medication. NeuroStar TMS is a non-drug treatment option.
Treatment sessions typically last between 20 and 40 minutes, depending on the specific treatment protocol recommended by your provider.
Yes. Because NeuroStar TMS does not require anesthesia or sedation, patients can typically drive themselves to and from appointments and return to normal activities immediately after treatment.
Many insurance providers offer coverage for NeuroStar TMS for eligible patients, particularly those diagnosed with treatment-resistant depression. Coverage requirements vary by insurance plan.
Individuals with depression or other eligible mental health conditions who have not achieved adequate improvement from traditional treatments may be candidates for NeuroStar TMS. A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation is necessary to determine eligibility.
