Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at our OCEANSIDE | CA location (Opening April 1st).
What does TMS treat?
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DEPRESSION
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is FDA-approved for treating major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. This includes individuals who have tried at least two antidepressant medications without success, making TMS a powerful alternative for those seeking relief. Our TMS technology has shown to have an 83% success rate for depression.
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OCD
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, non-drug brain stimulation technique that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain. In the context of treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), TMS is believed to help by modulating the activity of brain regions involved in OCD pathology, primarily the prefrontal cortex and other associated circuits.
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TEENS
In addition to adults, we are also proud to offer the only FDA approved TMS treatment for adolescents aged 15+ with Major Depressive Disorder. This expansion in FDA approval highlights the efficacy and safety of TMS as a non-medicated, non-invasive treatment option for younger patients who may be struggling with the debilitating effects of depression.
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What is TMS?
What is TMS?
Our TMS technology is FDA approved to treat: Major Depressive Disorder, Obsessive compulsive Disorder, Anxious Depression, and is the only machine in the United States that is FDA approved to treat adolescents 15 years old and up for Major Depressive Disorder. This non-medicated, non-invasive treatment option only takes 19 minutes a day for 36 days and you can resume normal activities right after treatment. Our TMS technology has an 83% improvement in symptoms with a 62% remission rate long term.
What is TMS?
How does TMS work?
TMS is a non-invasive, non-drug treatment that treats the specific region in your brain that has been impacted by using magnetic pulses to “wake up” the areas of the brain that may be underfunctioning. Think of TMS like physical therapy for your brain.
TMS does not hurt at all. It feels like someone is using their finger and tapping on your skull. Most clients report the experience to be relaxing as they get to watch their faviorte TV show or listen to calming music. It is a 19 minute break in your day where your brain gets to do a 19 minute physical therapy session while you get to relax.
Does TMS hurt?
Why would someone try TMS rather than stick to regular psychiatric medications?
In a major study (The STAR*D study) the largest prospective clinical trial of MDD ever conducted- it was found that a patient’s chances for remission decreased with each new antidepressant medication attempted. Results showed that by the patient’s fourth attempt at trying a new antidepressant medication, only 6.9% of patients experienced remission of symptoms! Furthermore, many patients who have tried traditional medication treatment options reported negative side-effects such as weight gain, sexual dysfunction, and sometimes increased thoughts of suicide. This is very concerning especially for our teens and adolescents! A recent market study of 500 patients diagnosed with depression found that 67% of patients are NOT happy with their current treatment and quality of life and are looking for alternative treatment options! If this sounds like you or a loved one, please reach out, we are ready to help.