Are you looking for alternative therapy for major depressive disorder (MDD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or major depressive disorder with anxious depression? Prescription medications do not always work, or you have side effects that you do not want to have to live with. You may have been offered electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) but are afraid of the treatment. It is not unreasonable to look for other types of therapy, and NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in Minneapolis may be exactly what you need. Our team of dedicated mental health providers at Pinnacle Behavioral Healthcare are ready to help you get started.
Patients Are Awake And Alert During Sessions
You will be awake and aware of everything during treatment. You will be able to return to normal activities immediately after your sessions.
36 total treatments over 4-7 weeks
Sessions tend to last 19-37 minutes. You can do sessions 5-7 times a week.
Trans-Cranial Magnetic Stimulation
TMS therapy uses magnetic fields, stimulating nerve cells in targeted areas of your brain.
TMS stands for transcranial magnetic stimulation. It is a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in specific areas of your brain. A metal coil is placed against your scalp to generate rapidly alternating magnetic fields, gently stimulating areas of the brain with diminished activity. Patients in Minneapolis who undergo through TMS therapy typically find that with increased brain activity, their symptoms of depression and anxiety lessen greatly and may even go into remission.
TMS therapy has been getting quite a bit of attention for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD). It works in addition to prescription medication, or you can choose to use it in place of medication, if pharmaceuticals have not worked for you or have given you severe side effects. Our board-certified physician, Olukayode Oladele Awosika, MD, could help you determine the best way to treat your depression.
TMS therapy has also proven to be helpful in treating MDD with anxious depression and for people struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy is a proprietary application of transcranial magnetic stimulation. The NeuroStar device held against a patient’s scalp has patented Contact Sensing technology to help ensure that the specific dosage you need is always used for your treatment sessions.
NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy is cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and major depressive disorder with anxious depression. Prior to starting NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy treatments in Minneapolis, the FDA expects you to have not found relief with at least one course of antidepressant medication during your current episode of depression, or are not finding relief with your current treatment of OCD.
While most people are eligible for TMS therapy, those who are not include anyone with a seizure disorder; anyone with a metal plate or other metal in their skull or brain from previous surgeries; or anyone with an implanted electrical device like a pacemaker or a cochlear implant.
Treatment sessions with NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy are relatively quick. Since the treatment is non-invasive, you are not placed under anesthesia. You remain comfortably seated and are awake during a treatment session. You may feel a tapping sensation on your scalp during the treatment, but there will be no pain. You may feel some warmth in the area stimulated, but this side effect dissipates rapidly over the first 12 to 24 hours after a session.
Most people tolerate TMS treatments very well. There are no restrictions to your activity after a session and you can return to your regular activities immediately.
A course of TMS therapy typically runs from four to six weeks, with sessions five to seven times per week. While you probably will not feel a sudden major improvement, you will notice a gradual reduction in your symptoms as the affected areas of your brain slowly become more active.
If you respond well to the NeuroStar TMS therapy in Minneapolis, you have an excellent chance for the effect to last up to 12 months. You can also schedule maintenance appointments during that time.
After you have struggled with prescription medication treatments for major depressive disorder (MDD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or major depressive disorder with anxious depression, you deserve the chance to try NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in Minneapolis. This treatment can help restore better function to your brain cells, which will, in turn, improve your mood and help you to better regulate your emotions and behavior.
Contact Pinnacle Behavioral Healthcare today for a consultation and take the first step toward a better you.
We are thrilled to offer NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy as an alternative to mainstream medicine for your depression. Some FAQs we receive about TMS include:
NeuroStar TMS, or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an FDA-cleared treatment for the source of your depression – your brain. It uses focused magnetic pulses to reignite inactive synapses in your brain, leading to improved function. Mood regulation is intricately linked to certain areas in your brain, and ”waking” up these connections can have lasting positive effects and make long-term remission from depression a reality.
Yes, Over 5.9 million NeuroStar treatments have been performed for over 162,000 patients and real-world results show 83% of patients experience an improvement and 63% show complete remission.** And by focusing treatment on the source of your depression, you can avoid the side effects of medications.
NeuroStar TMS is a safe, drug-free, and effective treatment for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
Our knowledgeable team is available to answer any questions you may have about Neurostar Advanced TMS therapy, how it works, and if you are a candidate.
NeuroStar TMS treatments are pain-free, although some patients identify a tapping sensation during treatment. It is a safe, non-invasive alternative to antidepressants. Unlike drugs and electro-shock therapy, which often cause more problems, TMS therapy offers a pathway to healing without pain or negative side effects.
Yes, NeuroStar TMS treatment is covered by most major insurance providers for the treatment of MDD and MDD with anxious depression. All insurance providers accepted at Pinnacle Behavioral Healthcare are accepted for TMS Treatment. Call us for a free insurance coverage assessment.
