TRANSCRANIAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION THERAPY (TMS)
Non-Medication Treatment for Major Depression
Salveo Integrative Health offers NeuroStar TMS Therapy in Lawrenceville, GA. This is a non-medication treatment for depression that is FDA-cleared, safe, and effective.
TMS therapy may be recommended for patients who are not getting adequate results with standard drug therapy. This advanced treatment offers benefits without producing the common side effects associated with antidepressant medication.
NeuroStar TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) Therapy:
- Is similar to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Uses precisely targeted magnetic pulses
- Stimulates underactive areas of the brain
- Is conducted right in the doctor’s office
What you can expect
The service is covered by most major insurance plans.
- Patients are awake and alert during treatment
- Patients can resume their usual routines and activities immediately after the treatment.
- In-office treatment takes 37 minutes
- The treatment is performed 5 days a week for 4 to 6 weeks.
There are nearly 500 NeuroStar physicians providing TMS therapy. With more than 12,000 patients treated, this advanced treatment approach is bringing new hope to patients every day.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy can be used for patients who failed to receive satisfactory results from antidepressant medication. With TMS therapy, patients avoid the common side effects from antidepressants. The most common treatment side effect is pain or discomfort.
NeuroStar TMS Therapy is not suitable for everyone. Consult with a Salveo physician to determine if this proven treatment is right for you. At Salveo Integrative Health, we offer comprehensive behavioral and mental health services in Lawrenceville, GA. Book an appointment today!
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