What is it?
Neurostar TMS is a clinically proven, FDA-cleared non-drug treatment for major depressive disorder in patients 15 years and older. TMS uses a small coil placed near the patient’s head to deliver focused magnetic pulses to specific brain regions involved in mood regulation — using the same type of magnetic energy as an MRI. Depression is linked to reduced activity in the prefrontal cortex. TMS reignites dormant synapses in the brain and helps your brain function the way it was meant to. It is not a drug, “shock” therapy, or surgery. It is a safe, effective treatment for MDD without the common side effects of medication.
Waypoint will soon offer TMS treatment! We will start scheduling for August/September very soon! Complete our patient registration if you are in interested in pursuing TMS treatment by clicking the link below.
What is treatment like?
NeuroStar is a noninvasive, outpatient treatment that takes as little as 19 minutes per day over the course of 6 weeks. During each session, a cushioned coil is precisely placed against your head while magnetic pulses deliver the therapy to the correct location that regulates mood in your brain.
You may feel a tapping, tingling, or warming sensation where the coil is positioned. This is usually temporary and subsides with subsequent treatments. You will be awake and alert during the treatment and may resume regular activities immediately afterward.
How soon will you see results?
Many Neurostar patients start to see improvement within 2 to 3 weeks of treatment. That can include changes in mood, fewer days of depression, and increased desire to engage with other people more often. In fact, your friends and family may notice your results before you do!
As with any therapy, completion is key. Completing the full 6-week course of NeuroStar treatment gives the best chance for delivering long lasting relief from depression.
Outcomes = Real Depression Relief
A study of real-world outcomes reported an 83% response rate which means patients experienced notable relief, and a 62% remission rate which means their depression effectively went away.
Who is TMS for?
NeuroStar TMS is the #1 physician recommended TMS treatment and has been proven safe and effective for patients who have not seen symptom improvement or remission from medications. If you have been diagnosed with MDD and one or more antidepressants haven’t provided relief, NeuroStar TMS may be right for you. Many insurances require a trial of at least 2 antidepressant medications. It has also been proven effective for MDD with anxious depression and Obsessive-compulsive Disorder.
Download our free patient brochures for more details on the science of NeuroStar Advanced Therapy, real patient experiences, and proven results.
Please click the link below to schedule an intake session with one of our prescribers to find out if TMS is right for you!