NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in Weston
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NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy is an FDA-cleared, proven, safe, effective, and non-invasive treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and anxiety-related depression in adults and adolescents. First-line treatment for these conditions are typically antidepressant medication; however, data shows that more than 50% of people do not adequately respond.
NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy has proven to be an effective treatment method and is FDA-cleared for treatment-resistant depression, as well as obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety-related depression. Contact our office today or call us at (954)-217-2444 to learn whether TMS treatments may be right for you.
What Is TMS Therapy and What Is NeuroStar Advanced Therapy?
TMS stands for transcranial magnetic stimulation. NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy is the No. 1 physician-recommended TMS treatment that addresses OCD and depression at the source of the condition, which is your brain.
There are specific areas in the brain that control mood. When these nerve synapses are less active than they should be, mood disorders can develop. Treatment with NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy can help stimulate those nerves, and create stronger and more active neurological connections.
Many patients report seeing improvement within the first one to three weeks of treatment. These improvements can include a change in mood or an increased desire to engage with other people.
NeuroStar is not a drug, surgery, or shock therapy. You do not experience any of the side effects that are commonly associated with prescription medications and traditional antidepressants. During the treatment, you are not under sedation or anesthesia. These are all the things that transcranial magnetic stimulation is not. Now, let’s look at how TMS actually works and what happens during a treatment session in Weston.
How Does TMS Therapy Work?
TMS is a non-invasive treatment that delivers magnetic pulses to influence the electrical activity in the brain. However, it is not traditional shock therapy. Instead, it uses magnetic pulses similar to those used during an MRI.
Magnetic pulses are precisely directed to the area of the brain that affects depression and OCD using pulses of a specific magnitude, direction, and depth. These magnetic pulses stimulate the nerves, causing more activity and developing stronger neurological connections.
TMS works on the principles of electricity and magnetism that work cooperatively in this therapeutic treatment. The magnet helps conduct electricity, which is important because your brain is an electrically active organ that uses small amounts of it to send information. TMS influences specific areas of the brain using magnetic pulses of electricity.
What Happens During My Appointment?
During your appointment, you are seated in a padded, comfortable chair while the NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy coil is placed alongside your head to deliver the magnetic pulses. Some people experience a slight tapping where the coil is placed or discomfort on the skin. These symptoms typically resolve shortly after the session ends.
At our office, we strive to make each TMS session as calming and comfortable as possible. Patients can enjoy gentle aromatherapy with essential oils, along with a TV where they can choose relaxing music, soothing videos, or even a favorite show or movie from our streaming platforms. It’s a quiet, personalized environment designed to help you feel at ease throughout your treatment.
Is There Recovery Time After Treatment?
There is no anesthesia or sedation during treatment, and once you leave our office, you can resume your normal daily activities.The most common side effect reported is a mild headache, which typically occurs early in treatment and often lessens as sessions continue.
In addition to FDA-approved treatment, research is ongoing to determine how TMS Therapy may help with other neurological conditions, such as addictions, Alzheimer’s dementia, eating disorders, traumatic brain injury, and Parkinson’s disease.
Does Insurance Cover NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy?
Yes, it does! Most insurance plans cover NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy.
A prior authorization is required for approval of the full course of treatment, which includes 36 sessions and the initial brain mapping. Each insurance provider has its own specific criteria for coverage.
We offer free consultations to help determine if you meet your insurance requirements and guide you through the approval process.
If coverage is denied, we also provide flexible payment plans and financing options through CareCredit to ensure treatment remains accessible.
TMS Testimonials
“My name is Marsha B. and I have completed my second set of thirty-six sessions of TMS.
I began my TMS journey with a brilliant suggestion from Dr. Blanco. I was depressed, anxious and had not slept in many months (even years) and was not sleeping at all during the night after six attempted sleep medications. I did not feel much at first and was keeping a daily journal.
Around the twenty-fifth session, there was a profound sense of well-being one night. And all I wanted in my life for years was to be balanced in all areas of my life. After thirty-six sessions, I was more balanced and able to cope with most situations in life and I was sleeping 3-4 hours per night. My second time of TMS (four months later) was not as profound; however, I am still able to sleep between three & four hours a night, and some evenings even more hours, and I remain balanced in mind, body & soul.”
TMS has been a gift in my life, and I am writing because Lisa, my tech, has been professional and compassionate (always asking about my comfort or head pain) during the session of pulses. She creates a space of wellness in Hallandale where TMS can do its job. I thank you for hiring such a talented lady whose future has just begun with Neurostar & neuroscience.”
Marsha B
Call Our Weston Office to Learn If NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy Is Right for You
Depression and OCD are challenging mental health conditions that can significantly impact your daily life. But the right treatment can make a real difference in your outlook, productivity, creativity, and mood.
If you have treatment-resistant depression, anxiety-related depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, call our office today to schedule an appointment and find out how NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in Weston could improve your symptoms.
Mental health conditions can significantly impact your daily life, but the right treatment can make a real difference in your outlook, productivity, creativity, and mood.
Weston Psychological Associates provides many services to patients who struggle with mental health conditions. Additionally, if you have treatment-resistant depression, anxiety-related depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, call our office today to schedule an appointment and find out how NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in Weston could improve your symptoms.
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