If you are experiencing treatment-resistant major depressive disorder, you have alternative treatment options beyond medication and psychotherapy. You might want to consider transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy.
BiBiHealth offers Advanced TMS Therapy in Oceanside, a safe and effective treatment that avoids the common side effects associated with medications. Call our providers today to learn more about your options for improved mental health.
You may be an ideal Oceanside candidate for Advanced TMS treatment if you:
As with any treatment option, TMS therapy is not a solution for everyone. You may need to avoid TMS therapy if you have metal implants in and around your head, including cochlear implants and aneurysm clips, which can be affected by magnetic fields.
You should also be careful when considering TMS therapy if you have a history of seizures or are diagnosed with a seizure disorder. It is best to use TMS therapy in conjunction with a holistic improvement plan created by your medical team and our expert providers.
Advanced TMS therapy for Oceanside patients treats depression where it starts: in your brain. Many medical treatment plans for depression include pharmacological antidepressants that rely on various body systems, such as the digestive and circulatory systems, to reach their therapeutic target.
TMS treatment, however, focuses directly on the brain. By targeting the specific portions of the brain that regulate mood, TMS therapy can help reenergize previously dormant synapses to encourage the brain to function correctly.
TMS therapy is an outpatient procedure that can take as little as 19 minutes per session. During your Advanced TMS treatment session, one of our skilled Oceanside providers will place a cushioned coil against your head. The coil helps direct magnetic pulses to your brain, targeting the specific areas related to mood regulation.
Many people report a temporary tapping, tingling, or warming sensation where the coil is positioned. An advantage of TMS therapy is that you will be awake during your treatment, alert, and able to resume your regular daily activities once your session is over.
Advanced TMS therapy is a simple, effective way to treat your major depressive disorder. As with any psychological treatment, consistency is key. Your treatment regimen, which you will discuss with our providers, may require sessions for several weeks. If you stop early, you may not see the benefits of the treatment. Our team will discuss how long you should continue treatment.
You do not have to settle for partial results from traditional treatments and struggle with your recovery. You can be proactive in treating your major depressive disorder today!
Contact our expert providers at BiBiHealth today to schedule a consultation and discuss how you could benefit from Advanced TMS Therapy in Oceanside.