Depression & TMS Therapy
How Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation offers hope when traditional treatments fall short.
When Medications Aren't Enough
For many individuals struggling with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), traditional antidepressant medications do not provide adequate relief, or they cause intolerable side effects. This condition is often referred to as Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD).
NeuroStar TMS Therapy is specifically designed to help patients who have not achieved satisfactory improvement from prior antidepressant medications. It is a non-invasive, non-systemic treatment that targets the root cause of depression directly in the brain.
Traditional Antidepressants
- Systemic (travels throughout the body)
- Can cause weight gain
- May cause sexual dysfunction
- Can lead to fatigue or insomnia
- Effectiveness often decreases over time
NeuroStar TMS Therapy
- Non-systemic (targeted directly to the brain)
- No weight gain
- No sexual side effects
- No systemic fatigue
- Long-lasting durability demonstrated
The TMS Advantage
Because TMS is a non-systemic treatment, it does not circulate in the bloodstream. This means it avoids the common side effects associated with oral medications. Patients can drive themselves to and from appointments and immediately resume normal activities.
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