Depression - Albatross TMS & Pain

Depression

Complicated & Challenging

Depression is a severe mental illness that can range from mild to severe. It affects millions of people worldwide, making it one of the most common mental health disorders. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, you know how challenging it is to find an effective treatment. However, recent studies suggest that Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) might be the solution you’ve been looking for.

How Does TMS Help Treat Depression?

Science has shown that the cause of depression is linked to the lack of communication between the parts of the brain called the dorsal-lateral pre-frontal cortex (DLPFC) and the deeper anterior cingulate (AC). This lack of communication can be attributed to DLPFC not having neurotransmitters (like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine) that are properly activated or inhibited.

It is shown that using magnetic fields like repeated TMS (rTMS) to the DLPFC help to ‘exercise’ this area of the brain to modulate the neurotransmitters and promote this communication. Successful outcomes have shown that approximately 80% responded favorably to the treatment and >60% of the subjects were shown to have continued decreased depression for up to 12 months.

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Approved Therapy

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic fields to stimulate specific areas of the brain that are associated with depression. TMS is an FDA-approved therapy that is considered safe and effective in treating major depressive disorder and other mental health disorders. During the treatment, electromagnetic coils are placed over the patient’s scalp, and magnetic pulses are delivered to the targeted areas of the brain. The magnetic pulses cause the neurons in those areas to become active, which can help regulate mood and alleviate depression symptoms over time.

Safe Alternative

Many people with depression do not respond well to traditional medications such as antidepressants, which can take weeks to work or not work at all. TMS, on the other hand, directly targets the specific areas of the brain responsible for depression and can produce significant results in as little as 4-6 weeks. It is also non-invasive, meaning that it does not require any anesthesia or surgical procedures. Moreover, the TMS treatment is virtually free of side effects, unlike traditional antidepressants, which can cause nausea, vomiting, and sexual dysfunction.

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TMS has been shown to have several benefits for treatment-resistant depression. It is non-invasive, and has fewer side effects than traditional antidepressants. Several studies have shown that patients who have undergone TMS therapy have experienced a significant decrease in their depression symptoms. Lastly, it can improve the quality of life and well-being of the patient, providing long-term results.