How does NeuroStar work?

NeuroStar is a non-drug and non-invasive treatment for depression and an adjunct treatment obsessive-compulsive disorder delivered in a doctor’s office. You recline comfortably in a NeuroStar chair (much like a dentist’s chair or spa chair) during treatment. During a treatment session, precisely targeted magnetic pulses stimulate the mood-regulating areas in the brain. There is no anesthesia or sedation. You are fully awake and alert during treatment, and you can resume normal activities immediately after a treatment session.

Can NeuroStar help me achieve remission from depression symptoms, and how long can it last?

NeuroStar is a non-drug, non-invasive therapy that can help you achieve long-term relief from the symptoms of depression. Many people’s depression symptoms significantly improve or go away after 4 to 6 weeks of treatment. In clinical studies, NeuroStar has shown to provide acute treatment response and remission*** for over one year.

Is NeuroStar safe and does it have any side effects?

An FDA-cleared depression treatment, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is safe and easy to tolerate. Because it’s non-drug and non-invasive, it’s free of systemic side effects of antidepressants. The most common side effect associated with NeuroStar is mild to moderate pain or discomfort that typically subsides within the first week of treatment.

Is NeuroStar covered by insurance?

NeuroStar TMS Therapy for depression is covered by most insurance plans, including Medicare and Tricare, usually after medication options have proven ineffective in your major depression treatment.

What indications does TMS treat?

TMS is FDA cleared to treat treatment resistant depression.

Should I have a chaperone to and from my appointment?

TMS is a non-invasive treatment and most patients feel comfortable driving themselves to and from their appointment. You’re welcome to arrange a ride to and from your appointment if you’re more comfortable with that.

Can I return to work after TMS treatment?

Yes, most patients feel comfortable returning to work immediately after their TMS treatment if necessary.

During the session, you will feel a tapping sensation on your head. Each treatment session lasts around 19 minutes. Some NeuroStar patients experience mild to moderate pain or discomfort at or near the treatment site during the first week of treatment. This is usually temporary and subsides in subsequent treatments.

TMS for Specific Types of Depression in Tysons Corner

There are multiple types of depression, but one thing these conditions have in common is the negative impact they can have on your daily life. Whether you are dealing with a persistent low mood or loss of interest in previous hobbies, it is natural to want to find a way to alleviate these symptoms.

If you have not found success with antidepressants and therapy or wish to avoid pharmaceutical side effects, you may benefit from NeuroStar TMS therapy. This non-invasive treatment uses electromagnetic waves to stimulate areas of the brain that are underactive in people with depression. Participants typically receive 19-minute daily sessions for seven weeks. At Genesis TMS and Wellness, we offer NeuroStar TMS therapy to patients in Tysons Corner for specific types of depression, and want to help you determine if you can benefit from this treatment.

Major Depressive Disorder in Adults and Teens

Major depressive disorder is more than just feeling sad. Symptoms include:

Persistent low mood
Feelings of hopelessness, guilt, or worthlessness
Loss of interest in previous hobbies and areas of engagement
Angry outbursts
Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
Slowed thinking or movements

Depression may feel particularly disheartening if traditional treatments like therapy or medication have not helped alleviate your symptoms. NeuroStar TMS therapy may provide a helpful alternative for patients dealing with different types of depression in Tysons Corner. It has been FDA-cleared for those aged 15 and older for treating major depressive disorders.

Postpartum Depression

Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that can impact patients in the first year after childbirth. Symptoms can include feelings of sadness, guilt, and irritability; anxiety, mood swings, and changes to sleep or appetite.

Particularly if they are breastfeeding, some mothers may be hesitant to take antidepressants out of concern of exposing their infant to medications. As a non- pharmacological option, TMS can be particularly helpful in these cases.

Anxious Depression

Everyone feels stressed or worried at times, but generalized anxiety disorder is more than that. When combined with major depressive disorder, symptoms can include:

Feeling restless, irritable, or distracted
Inability to relax
Headaches
Dizziness
Incominia
Heart palpitations or shortness of breath
Excessive sweating
Trembling or shaking
Nausea or stomach pain

If you have been diagnosed with anxious depression, and are age 22 and over, NeuroStar TMS therapy can help you find relief from these symptoms. Though this treatment has been FDA cleared for anxious depression, it is not designed for patients who only have anxiety.

Call Us to Discuss the Types of Depression Treated by TMS Therapy If You Live in Tysons Corner

If you are dealing with depression symptoms, NeuroStar TMS therapy can help you get back to the parts of your daily routine that mean the most to you. Our team at Genesis TMS and Wellness will work with Tysons Corner patients to develop a personalized TMS treatment plan and manage the specific type of depression you are dealing with. Schedule a consultation today to get started with a personalized care plan.