WHAT IS TRANSCRANIAL MaGNETIC STIMULATION?
Accepting new referrals for: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or (TMS) is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. Our innovative leading edge TMS treatment is FDA approved for Major Depression. This type of treatment helps improve those struggling with depression when other types of treatments have not been successful. The side-effects are very minimal, without sedation, and a person can usually return to their normal daily activities after treatment. TMS is designed to be carried out in individual sessions that take place over the course of six weeks. We offer innovative TMS protocols and use efficient treatment times to reduce contact and exposure time in the age of COVID.
Since offering this treatment option West Grove Clinic has found that it has significantly improved clients depression symptoms.
Speak to your provider if you are interested or call 414-810-4844 to schedule an assessment for these services.
West Grove Clinic’s TMS room. This is the treatment chair that patients use while receiving treatment.
Waiting room for TMS services
What Is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation & How Does It Help With Depression?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation or (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain.
Our innovative leading-edge Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment is FDA approved for Major Depression.
This type of treatment helps improve those struggling with depression when other types of treatments have not been successful.
The side effects are very minimal, without sedation, and a person can usually return to their normal daily activities after treatment.
TMS is designed to be carried out in individual sessions that take place over the course of six weeks.
We offer innovative Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation protocols and use efficient treatment times to reduce contact and exposure time in the age of COVID.
What are some traditional depression treatments and medications?
When treating depression, several drugs are available. Some of the most commonly used include:
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), such as citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram oxalate (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine HRI (Paxil), and sertraline (Zoloft).
Selective serotonin & norepinephrine inhibitors (SNRIs), such as desvenlafaxine (Khedezla), desvenlafaxine succinate (Pristiq), duloxetine (Cymbalta), levomilnacipran (Fetzima), and venlafaxine (Effexor).
Vortioxetine (Trintellix formerly Brintellix) and vilazodone (Viibryd) are newer medicines that both act as SSRIs and also affect other serotonin receptors.
Tetracyclic antidepressants are noradrenergic and specific serotonergic antidepressants (NaSSAs), such as Remeron.
Older tricyclic antidepressants, such as Elavil, imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and Sinequan.
Drugs with unique mechanisms such as bupropion (Wellbutrin).
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (EMSAM), and tranylcypromine (Parnate).
N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) Receptor Antagonist, such as esketamine (Spravato)
While not technically considered a medication by the FDA, l-methylfolate (Deplin) has proven successful in treating depression. It is categorized as a medical food or nutraceutical, requires a prescription and is the active form of a B-vitamin called folate. L-methylfolate helps regulate the neurotransmitters that control moods
What to expect from Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is a great alternative for patients who haven’t seen results from anti-depressants.
Treatment occurs daily, five times per week for about six weeks.
Visits are approximately 45 minutes long.
The treatment causes minimal disruption to the patient's daily routine.
Patients can drive home or return to work immediately following the appointments.
Does Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation work for everybody suffering from depression?
On average, 50% of patients respond to Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation ( their depressive symptoms are cut in half), and 33% of patients go into remission (no depression symptoms).
These response rates are in individuals who have not derived benefit from four or more antidepressant medications.
Our Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Services
A referral from a psychiatrist is required. Once the referral is received, patients will receive a screening and informational phone call by our Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation team to review medication history and insurance information. A one-on-one psychiatric consultation with a psychiatrist who specializes in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation will follow. If Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is indicated, an individualized Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment plan will be developed and treatment appointments will be scheduled.
What are the next steps in order to get more information about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation?
If you’re interested in more information please book a call directly with our team so we can better serve you.
You’ll find that our team is knowledgeable and friendly, they’ll answer any question you might have.
NOTE: At this time, TMS is only being done at our Milwaukee location.