Doctors and Clinics Provide TMS Therapy

You can get TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) therapy from your attending psychiatrist. This treatment can help with treatment-resistant depression and other issues as well. In addition, it is outpatient therapy, allowing you to resume normal activities right away. If you want to know more about TMS therapy from your doctor or several clinics, here are the details.

Why TMS is an optimal treatment

This therapy is for patients who do not improve through conventional depression treatments. TMS is a non-drug, non-intrusive alternative therapy for many issues. Each session does not require anesthesia at all and provides long-term relief. The side effects are few, preventable, and short-lived.

How it works

This treatment uses electromagnetic pulses to target specific brain sections responsible for mood regulation. The psychiatrist will check the patient's records first, which will give enough information about the correct placement of the metal coil. Giving the patient a custom-fit cap will help the proper placement of the coil.

The psychiatrist will then place the coil on the patient's head, which delivers direct electromagnetic pulses to the specific section of the brain. The patient will remain awake throughout the procedure. Each session takes about 20 minutes. After that, driving home and returning to normal daily activities will not be a problem for the patient.

Side effects are minimal and not that serious at all. Mild headaches and scalp discomfort are this treatment's most common side effects. These side effects often subside after the first week of sessions. In addition, the psychiatrist will make sure the high-frequency magnetic stimulation will not spread to the motor cortex, preventing seizures.

Preventing possible side effects

People who need TMS are patients who do not improve from having antidepressants and psychotherapy. This treatment offers long-lasting relief. Patients who want to avoid experiencing side effects from antidepressants can have this therapy from clinics and doctors. The most common side effects of TMS are scalp discomfort and headaches. These tend to go away after the first week of treatment.

Hearing difficulties often happen without ear protection during this therapy. Earplugs can make the treatment more comfortable. They can also protect the ears while the therapy produces loud clicking noises. Muscle twitching, eye discomfort, or muscle pain can also result from this therapy. In addition, some patients can experience facial and skin pain. A toothache on the left side of the head is also a possible side effect.

The psychiatrist will also watch for symptoms of mania and worsening suicidal thoughts, a standard during every follow-up session. The patient should always keep in touch with the doctor. That way, the psychiatrist will learn of any worsening symptoms of mental illness and treat them right away.

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TMS from your psychiatrist and clinic can ensure an effective treatment process

You can rely on this therapy to treat your mental illness symptoms. Taking antidepressants may not go well for you. You may not be improving despite combining them with psychotherapy. Harmful side effects from taking these medications are also concerning. TMS can change your treatment experience. Your psychiatrist and TMS clinic can provide you with this therapy to ease your symptoms and improve your condition.

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