NeuroStar TMS Therapy is an innovative, FDA-cleared therapy that can help people who struggle with Major Depressive Disorder even after taking antidepressant medication. It helps activate the natural function of the brain’s neurotransmitters using a non-invasive magnetic field.
NeuroStar TMS Therapy® is used to reduce the symptoms of medication resistant major depressive disorder. TMS stands for “Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation”. In NeuroStar TMS Therapy, TMS is delivered by the NeuroStar TMS System as powerful magnetic field pulses. NeuroStar TMS Therapy has been shown to be safe and effective in the treatment of adult patients with depression who have failed to receive satisfactory improvement from 4 prior antidepressant medications in the current episode.
NeuroStar TMS Therapy is performed in the doctor’s office under the care of Dr. Paul Murphy. The treatment is noninvasive and non-systemic which means that it does not involve surgery and does not circulate in the blood stream throughout the body. Treatment with NeuroStar TMS Therapy does not involve anesthesia or sedation, and patients are awake and alert during the treatment session. A typical treatment course consists of 5 treatments per week over about 6 weeks for a total of 36 separate treatment sessions. Each treatment session lasts 19 to 30 minutes. You should discuss the number of treatments and treatment schedule with Dr. Murphy.
NeuroStar TMS Therapy is not an appropriate treatment for all patients with depression. You should call 316-636-2888 to make an appointment to discuss the information with Dr. Murphy or his medical staff to determine if NeuroStar TMS Therapy is an appropriate treatment option for you.
Depression affects millions of people in the US and around the world.
Also called Major Depressive Disorder and clinical depression, it is a serious disorder that disrupts a person’s ability to feel, think, behave, and engage with others. Many people with depression find relief from their symptoms through a combination of medication and psychotherapy, but these don’t work for everyone. Sometimes, depression persists even after attempts at treatment with several different medications.
Fortunately, advancements in mental health technology have led to transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, a breakthrough treatment that helps alleviate symptoms in countless people with depression and other treatment-resistant mood disorders.
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
- What is NeuroStar?
NeuroStar is the pioneer of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), creating the space in 2004. Alongside being the TMS market leader in the United States, NeuroStar has been rated the most patient tolerable and efficacious TMS device by patients and providers alike.
- Does NeuroStar hurt?
No, some patients may experience temporary discomfort at the treatment site during treatment, but this typically subsides within the first week
- Does NeuroStar work?
Yes, NeuroStar TMS has a 62% remission rate and 83% response rate for patients who complete their entire course of treatment giving patients over twice the likelihood of fully overcoming their depressive symptoms when compared to Antidepressants according to the STAR*D study which is the largest Antidepressant study ever conducted.
- Is NeuroStar covered by insurance?
Yes, NeuroStar TMS is covered by nearly all major health insurance companies nationwide.
HOW TO ACCESS OUR TMS SERVICES:
- Verification of Benefits: Contact us at 316-636-2888 to verify your insurance coverage for TMS therapy.
- Consultation: Schedule a consultation with our team to determine if TMS is the right treatment for you.
- Personalized Treatment Plan: If you are a candidate for TMS, we will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
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