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Pacific Mind Health is pleased to offer transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a cutting-edge noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression. TMS has been cleared by the FDA and is recommended by the American Psychiatric Association for the treatment of major depressive disorder.
Depression is so much more than just feeling sad. Depression is a complex medical condition that can be crippling for those who suffer. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a debilitating illness associated with frequent relapses, persistent symptoms, and incomplete recovery. |
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Now TMS Treatment Offers Hope.
This cutting-edge therapy uses magnetic stimulation to reinvigorate areas of the brain that have been affected by depression essentially turning those areas ‘on’ again.
It’s a reawakening that helps patients feel better again.
It’s a reawakening that helps patients feel better again.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is covered by most major insurance companies
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Express TMS: TMS therapy in just 3 minutes
We are very pleased to now be offering Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS). This is a new 3 minute 'Express TMS' protocol which has been shown to have equal or better efficacy than traditional TMS protocols lasting 30+ minutes. This new treatment protocol minimizes time expenditure and discomfort and our state of the art MagVenture TMS machine is one of the only TMS machines capable of delivering this type of treatment.
MagVenture is the only company to offer FDA-cleared 3 minute TMS sessions now available at Pacific Mind Health. This revolutionary TBS (theta burst) protocol is a faster TMS treatment that’s just as safe and effective for the treatment of major depressive disorder as standard TMS, only much faster.
The National Institutes of Health estimates depression medications work for only 60 percent to 70 percent of people who take them. In addition, the World Health Organization reports that the number of people living with depression has increased nearly 20 percent since 2005. In a 2012 study, TMS was found to improve depression significantly in 58 percent of patients and provide complete remission of symptoms in 37 percent of patients.
The National Institutes of Health estimates depression medications work for only 60 percent to 70 percent of people who take them. In addition, the World Health Organization reports that the number of people living with depression has increased nearly 20 percent since 2005. In a 2012 study, TMS was found to improve depression significantly in 58 percent of patients and provide complete remission of symptoms in 37 percent of patients.
What is TMS therapy?
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TMS is a non-invasive treatment where magnetic pulses are delivered to stimulate nerve cells in the part of the brain controlling the mood, which is often underactive in patients with depression. Repeated stimulation of this part of the brain has proven to produce an antidepressant effect on people suffering from depression. TMS is also known as rTMS (repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation) because more than one magnetic pulse is delivered to the brain during a treatment session.
Am I a candidate for TMS?TMS is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adult patients who have failed to receive satisfactory improvement from prior anti-depressant medication in the current episode. TMS Therapy is available by prescription only. Your doctor will use medication dosing records and depression scores among other measures to determine whether or not you are a candidate for MagVenture TMS Therapy.
How long does TMS take?Pacific Mind Health utilizes a special TMS machine that can do standard TMS treatments, lasting 19-37 minutes, or Express TMS® treatments, which last 3 minutes. One treatment is given per day, 5 times per week, over a period of 4-6 weeks.
How does TMS feels like?You sit in a chair in a relaxed position. When the magnetic pulses are delivered you hear a clicking sound and feel a tapping sensation on your head. Many patients are able to watch television or read during treatment.
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Are there any side effects of TMS therapy?
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TMS treatment is without the side effects typically experienced with antidepressants, such as weight gain, stomach issues, dry mouth, and sexual dysfunction. TMS may, for some, cause headache or nausea, but you should be able to resume your daily activities right after treatment.
However, TMS Therapy is a medical procedure, and any side effects experienced during or after receiving the therapy should be reported to your doctor. |
Is TMS covered by my insurance?
TMS is reimbursed by most insurance providers. Their policies may, however, vary. Pre-authorization, treater requirements (MD, CMA, RNP, RN etc.), number of drug failures, to name a few, can impact claim approvals. Always refer to your insurer’s policy guides.
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Your depression ends here. We can help.
✔Covered by insurance ✔Non-Invasive ✔Safe and FDA-cleared ✔Virtually free of side effects ✔Med-free Have any questions or concerns? Give us a call: 310-571-5041 |