NeuroStar TMS therapy uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as a non-invasive treatment for several mental health disorders. The therapy uses targeted magnetic impulses to activate underactive areas of the brain associated with mood control. It has offered a new hope for people who have not found relief with traditional medications alone.
When you are seeking care for a mental health disorder that has not responded well to traditional treatment, consider the conditions treated by Decatur NeuroStar TMS therapy and how it can improve your quality of life.
Initially, NeuroStar TMS therapy was FDA-cleared to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults in 2008. Since then, research, case studies, and clinical data have prompted researchers to evaluate the effectiveness of NeuroStar TMS in many other conditions.
The FDA has since cleared NeuroStar TMS therapy for several mental health conditions treated in Decatur, including as an adjunctive therapy for OCD in adults and depression in adolescents (15-21). Conditions Treated by NeuroStar TMS Therapy
At our Decatur location, the following are some of the conditions we treat with NeuroStar TMS therapy:.
MDD is more than feeling a little sad. It is a serious mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and a lack of interest in daily activities. It can also interfere with your sleep, appetite, concentration, and quality of life.
MDD can affect anyone, regardless of their age or background, and was the first condition cleared by the FDA for treatment with NeuroStar TMS therapy. The treatment is recommended for people who have not responded to at least one antidepressant medication, which changes the diagnosis to treatment-resistant depression.
Clinical trials have been very positive, demonstrating that more than 83 percent of adult patients experience significant symptom relief, and many achieve full remission (Sackeim HA, et al. (2020). J Affective Disorders, 277(12):65-74.).
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition marked by uncontrollable and recurring thoughts called obsessions. This often leads to repetitive behaviors or mental acts called compulsions, which you use to alleviate the anxiety triggered by the obsessive thoughts.
For example, obsessions may include a fear of contamination, which might lead to excessive hand washing or cleaning. The behavior significantly interferes with your daily functioning and quality of life. NeuroStar TMS therapy received clearance in 2020 as an adjunctive treatment for OCD. The protocols are different from those for depression and target a different area of the brain that appears to be overactive in OCD patients.
Anxiety disorders are a group of conditions characterized by excessive fear, worry, or nervousness. Several common types have unique symptoms, but most anxiety disorders include symptoms of restlessness, rapid heartbeat, and difficulty concentrating. There are emerging studies and clinical uses that indicate NeuroStar TMS can improve anxiety symptoms and anxiety that co-occurs with depression. It helps decrease the hyperactivity in the brain’s fear center, which gradually reduces anxiety levels.
When mood conditions do not respond to traditional therapies and pharmaceutical interventions, it can be challenging and often discouraging. Call our office today to schedule your consultation and learn more about the conditions treated by Decatur NeuroStar TMS Therapy and how our treatment options can improve your quality of life.
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