Who Needs TMS?
People with depression, who have not improved after trying multiple medications, often go into remission with TMS. Typically, insurance companies approve patients with treatment resistant depression for at least 36 treatments, which are given 5 times a week over 6 weeks then tapered.
What is TMS?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-medication treatment for resistant depression that uses magnetic energy to stimulate specific regions of the brain and strengthen neural connections. FDA-cleared in 2008, TMS is highly targeted—depression typically maps to the left frontal lobe and anxiety to the right. For many patients, understanding that their condition is linked to a treatable area of the brain provides a powerful sense of relief and hope.
How Does TMS Work?
TMS is an effective, FDA-cleared therapy for treatment resistant depression.
TMS is painless and safe and uses the energy of magnets to stimulate specific regions of the brain.
While you relax in a chair, the TMS system is applied on your head, near the area of the brain receiving stimulation.
TMS works because of the neuroplasticity of our brains. Our brains can heal. Sometimes they just need a little help.
Victory Clinic is the first treatment center in Kansas with the MagVenture Atlas™ Neuro Navigation System. We optimize your TMS with precise, world leading technology. Engage in your treatments, and feel confident that you are getting the best care available. You are worthy of wellness!
Watch the video on the left to learn more about how TMS works.
What is the Stanford Protocol?
“A TMS protocol that can be done in five days has shown remarkable efficacy in people with treatment-resistant depression and may be particularly valuable in inpatient settings with limited bed space.” — Nolan Williams MD for Psychiatric News
Call 785-209-3779 to learn more about our own five day protocol for treatment resistant depression, which is similar to the revolutionary Stanford Protocol.
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How do I pay for TMS or SPRAVATO®?
Many insurance plans cover TMS or SPRAVATO® for treatment resistant depression.
Contact your insurance to check your eligibility, or learn more on our Insurances page.
