Each NeuroStar TMS therapy session lasts less than 20 minutes. Since the procedure requires no anesthesia or sedation, you can resume normal activities immediately afterward. NeuroStar TMS procedure’s quick duration and lack of downtime explain why it is a convenient choice if you have a busy schedule. Your response to NeuroStar TMS therapy is unique, and the number of sessions you need will vary based on your medical history, individual needs, and treatment response. Most patients with depression receive treatment five times a week for seven weeks, with a recommended total of 36 sessions.
The timing of symptom improvement with NeuroStar TMS varies for each person. While you may experience a lift in mood after the first session, gradual relief is more common as treatments continue. It is essential to understand that the results usually take four to six weeks after starting the NeuroStar TMS process.
NeuroStar TMS provides lasting relief from mental health concerns with results that can last up to a year after completing your sessions. Several factors influence how long the benefits last, including lifestyle choices, such as the use of drugs and alcohol, certain medications, social and psychotherapeutic support, and additional health conditions.
Understanding the process of NeuroStar TMS treatment can help you feel confident in its safety and effectiveness as an adjunct treatment for depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This non-invasive procedure uses magnetic pulses through the scalp to stimulate nerve cells in brain regions responsible for mood regulation.
NeuroStar TMS harnesses your brain’s ability to adapt over time. This adaptation is known as neuroplasticity. The timeline of NeuroStar TMS is designed to allow your neural activity to reset between treatments, promoting the formation of new connections between neurotransmitters. Over time, this stimulation retrains your brain to effectively manage mental health symptoms.
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