TMS Therapy is an outpatient procedure that uses short pulses of magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells within the area of the brain thought to control mood.

The treating clinician positions a treatment coil over the left prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain involved with mood regulation. Through the treatment coil, the NeuroStar TMS Therapy system generates highly concentrated, magnetic fields which turn on and off rapidly. These magnetic fields are the same type and strength as those produced by a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine.

FDA cleared treatment for Major Depressive Disorder

  • For those have not benefited fully from medication or have not found medication tolerable
  • A non-invasive, office based treatment
  • Takes 20-40 minutes per day, 5 days a week for 6-8 weeks
  • Covered by most insurances
  • Utilizes Pulses of a Magnetic Field (similar to what is used in MRI machines) to stimulate targeted areas of the brain that are underactive in Major Depressive Disorder
  • Covered by most health insurances (insurances tend to require some prior medication trials)
  • Well tolerated treatment approach that is free from the side effects often associated with antidepressant medications
  • Main potential side effect is some scalp discomfort during the treatment pulses.
  • Currently only for those with Major Depressive Disorder

How it works.

NeuroStar TMS Therapy® is a precisely targeted treatment. The magnetic fields produced by the system affect tissue only about 2-3 centimeters into the brain directly beneath the treatment coil.

These magnetic fields pass through the hair, scalp, and skull and into the prefrontal cortex unimpeded. This method allows for precise type of stimulation, minimizing the stimulation of brain tissue not involved in mood.

Inside the brain, the dynamic nature of the pulsed magnetic field induces electrical charges to flow. The amount of electricity created in the brain is very small, but these small electric charges cause the neurons to fire or become active. The treatment goal is to stimulate (or activate) brain cells non-invasively without anaesthesia or sedation. Patients remain awake and alert throughout the TMS Therapy session, able to resume normal life activities immediately following treatment.

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5/2018-7/2018

I’ve struggled with depression & anxiety since my early teens.  Over a period of 30 years, I was treated with 21 different medications including those identified through genetic testing.  In spite of medications, therapy and self-learned coping skills, I had to be hospitalized due to suicidal thoughts in January 2017, my psychiatrist recommended TMS.

Within 2 weeks of treatment, I had clear thoughts, improved ability to focus and less irritability.  I was the organized person I once was.  The third week of treatment I noticed a decrease in panic attacks, minimal worrisome and repetitive thoughts, and procrastinated less.  I also began to engage in activities that I once enjoyed.  The fifth week brought along improved cognitive abilities, being able to self-care and have a free flowing conversation.  I was able to actually feel my feelings vs. being emotionally numb.  My spontaneous sense of humor returned and I had no depression or thoughts related to want to end my life.

Diana

4/2018-7/2018

“After 5 years of treatment for depression, including several different and unsuccessful medication trials, I learned about Neurostar TMS. I had nearly given up hope on recovering fully, but I took the leap and scheduled my treatment under Dr. Michael Turk’s care. He was exceptionally devoted to the accuracy of the machine and progress of my treatment. Most importantly, I have energy and hope for the future that I have been without for years. I only wish I had done it sooner.

Grace

8/2017-10/2017

“Depression followed me my entire life – even as a young child. I felt so sad and alone. At the young age of four, I didn’t know why I was crying or how to express it. My mother was a nurse, but back in the 40’s the “problem” wasn’t identified, certainly not for a young child.
My story has a very happy ending, through the proper diagnosis and TMS treatment, I have a brand new life. The black cloud that loomed over me my entire life was gone! I’m a new person and enjoying life to the fullest! At 73, I can say life is good, and I thank Dr. Dombrowski for your wonderful care and giving me a new life!

Evelyn

2/2018-4/2018

“My depression had gotten very bad and was jeopardizing my achievement in school. I was beginning to believe I would never make it to my degree. TMS has been enormously beneficial in getting me back on my feet. It was uncomfortable at first, but I quickly got used to it. Dawa is amazing at making the experience as pleasant as possible. I am feeling significantly better and planning to graduate in December.

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