Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Services in Salem, OR

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Services in Salem, OR

What is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)?

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA approved treatment designed to help individuals with certain mental health conditions. It is an outpatient, non-sedative, non-invasive, non-medication treatment option. It uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain, aiming to alleviate symptoms when other treatments have been ineffective.

How Does TMS Work?

TMS involves using targeted magnetic pulses to simulate specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. The treatment process includes:

Preparation: You’ll be comfortably seated in the treatment chair. The TMS technician will position the coil near the treatment location on your head.

Stimulation: The device emits magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain, generally resulting in minimal discomfort and a tapping sensation on the scalp.

Session Duration: Each session typically lasts 3-20 minutes, and you can resume your usual activities immediately afterward

Course Duration: A standard TMS course consists of approximately 36 treatment sessions.

What Does the TMS Process Look Like?

Initial Consultation Phase: The consultation is a virtual appointment with one of our TMS providers. During this appointment a provider will talk to you about your symptoms, your medication history, your concerns and determine if TMS is a suitable treatment for you. If it is, they will determine a TMS treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

TMS Coordination Phase: Our dedicated TMS coordinator will work with your insurance (if applicable) to secure coverage, determine any out of pockets costs, and answer any follow up questions you may have.

Treatment Phase: The next phase is receiving TMS according to your specific treatment plan. You will do daily sessions with one of our certified TMS technicians who remain in the room with you throughout the entire treatment. The treatment phase includes brief weekly check-ins with your TMS provider with a thorough follow-up every ten sessions.

Follow Up/Continued Support Phase: After your treatment is completed, we may provide resources for continued care, offer TMS maintenance treatments, reintroduce TMS as necessary. We are here to continue to provide care and support, even after your TMS treatment course has concluded.

Conditions We Treat with our TMS Services in Salem, OR

Our TMS Services in Salem, OR treat the following FDA approved conditions:

• Depression: TMS has been shown to be effective in treating depression, especially for individuals who do not find relief with medications.
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): TMS is FDA approved to treat OCD, offering relief when traditional therapies are not fully effective.

In addition to FDA-approved indications, TMS is being used off-label to address:

• Anxiety Disorders: TMS may reduce symptoms of various anxiety disorders, providing an alternative to medications.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): TMS can assist in managing PTSD symptoms by modulating brain activity related to stress and trauma.
• Auditory Hallucinations: TMS has been shown to be successful in the treatment of auditory hallucinations.
• Other Conditions: Research is ongoing into TMS’s efficacy in treating other mental health conditions with new, evidenced-based protocols emerging regularly.

Does Insurance Cover TMS?

Our TMS services in Salem, OR are covered by insurance. Contact us to confirm your benefits and discuss any potential out of pocket costs. When scheduling an appointment, our dedicated team works to verify your insurance coverage and ensure you receive the care you need.

Why Choose NeuStart Psychiatry for TMS Therapy in Salem, OR?

Expertise: NeuStart Psychiatry & TMS has been delivering TMS services since 2019. TMS is still fairly new in terms of medical technology and 5 years of experience is a rarity in the field. Our technicians are certified, many of them undergoing additional training from the Clinical TMS Society (CTMSS) and with providers receiving specialized training from CTMSS and universities such as Duke.

High Provider Engagement: At NeuStart Psychiatry & TMS, our providers are highly involved in your TMS treatment. With routine check-ins and follow-up care, we can ensure that we are delivering the most effective treatment for your individual needs.

Personalized Care: Every individual is different, so we ensure our treatments are not cookie cutter and that you receive the care and TMS treatment you need. Your TMS therapy is tailored to your needs, enhancing the effectiveness of your overall mental healthcare plan.

Comprehensive Care: For those who may benefit from medication and do not have a medication provider, NeuStart Psychiatry & TMS has integrated medication management services.

Contact Us for More Information

For more details about transcranial magnetic stimulation therapy, depression treatment in Salem, OR, OCD treatment in Salem, OR, or to learn more about our TMS services, please contact us at (503) 379-1902. Our team is ready to answer any questions and explore how TMS can support your mental health journey.