How Does NeuroStar TMS Therapy® Work?
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) uses a targeted pulsed magnetic field, similar to what is used in an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) machine. While the patient is awake and alert, NeuroStar TMS Therapy stimulates areas of the brain that are underactive in depression.2
NeuroStar TMS Therapy is an in-office treatment that takes 37 minutes, is performed while the patient sits in a chair, and is administered five days a week, for up to four to six weeks.
Simple steps for NeuroStar TMS Therapy:
- Step One: The patient reclines comfortably in the treatment chair, awake and alert
- Step Two: A small curved device containing the magnetic coil rests lightly on the patient’s head
- Step Three: The device delivers focused magnetic stimulation directly to the target areas of the brain
- Step Four: The patient can immediately resume normal activities
During treatment, the patient hears a clicking sound and feels a tapping sensation on the head. The most common side effect is generally mild-to-moderate pain or discomfort at or near the treatment area during the session. When this occurs it is temporary, and typically occurs only during the first week of treatment.
There are no effects on alertness or understanding; patients being treated with NeuroStar TMS Therapy can drive themselves to and from their treatment sessions. Above information is taken from: https://neurostar.com/neurostar-tms-depression-treatment/
My son is currently seeing Andrew at your clinic. I am interested in the treatment for depression using TMS. Can you pls let me know more about it . For example any pre or post treatment or assessment required. The cost of such treatment. Any side effects . and the success rate.
Hi Mdm Yeo!
TMS is an alternative treatment for depression when medication does not work. There will be a pre-treatment screening to rule out contraindications. There are no known long-lasting side effects.
You can call to make an appointment with one of our psychiatrists who will be able to provide the information you might need about the treatment.
Hi
I am having tinnitus problem and I have read that TMS can help to improve the condition. If it is true I would like to make an appointment to see your clinic.
Many thanks.
Dear Mr/ Ms Choo Kim Soon,
Thank you for your enquiry. We will be following up with you via email within 3 business days.