TMS Therapy in Wichita, KS
Non-invasive Depression Relief
How does NeuroStar transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) work?
NeuroStar uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to target key areas of the brain that are underactive. It is not ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) or “shock therapy.”
Specific areas in your brain control mood. When synapses in those mood-regulating areas are underactive, connections are broken – resulting in OCD or depression.
NeuroStar revitalizes those dormant synapses, “waking up” the brain to function as it was meant to. TMS Therapy is non-invasive, drug-free, long-lasting & accepted by most insurance.
What is NeuroStar TMS Therapy?
During a NeuroStar treatment session, a magnet similar in strength to that used in a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine is used to stimulate nerve cells in the area of the brain thought to control mood. These magnetic pulses may have a positive effect on the brain’s neurotransmitter levels, making long-term remission possible.
TMS treatment at The Caring Center takes as little as 19 minutes per day. While completing the full 6-week course is key, some patients see improvements within 2-3 weeks.
A study of real-world outcomes reported an 83% measurable improvement in symptoms & a 62% remission rate.
Treatment with NeuroStar TMS Therapy is easy:
- Therapy sessions are conducted at The Caring Center of Wichita
- You can return to normal activities right away
- You are awake during treatment - no sedation or anesthesia
- Covered by most major health insurance plans, including Medicare and Tricare
- No medicinal side effects such as dry mouth, weight gain & sexual dysfunction
- Sessions last 20 minutes or less (see details in our FAQs below)
TMS is Drug-free Depression Treatment That Works
More medication isn’t always the answer. NeuroStar is the #1 TMS choice of doctors, with over 4.3 million treatments performed to date for multiple reasons:
- Non-invasive, no sedation, no anesthesia
- Covered by most insurance companies
- FDA-cleared, effective
- Natural treatment for depression and OCD
- No side effects like anti-depressants & medication
- Offers long-lasting, effective remission
Frequently Asked Questions
No. TMS is not ECT or “shock therapy.” It is like physical therapy for the brain. It uses magnetic pulses, similar in strength to MRI, to reignite dormant connections in the brain and give you control of your depression.
TMS Therapy involves a unique method of using pulsed magnetic fields for a therapeutic benefit. The intensity of the magnetic field is similar to that of an MRI. These techniques differ radically from the popular use of low intensity, static magnetic fields.
Those products deliver weak and undirected static fields that are not capable of activating brain cells. The activation and stimulation of brain cells is a key part of why TMS is so effective.
With NeuroStar, all you have to do is show up.
- During each session, a cushioned coil is precisely placed against your head while magnetic pulses deliver the therapy to the correct location that regulates mood in your brain.
- You may feel a tapping, tingling, or warming sensation where the coil is positioned. This is temporary and typically subsides with subsequent treatments.
- You will be awake and alert during the treatment and may resume regular activities immediately afterward.
- Unlike traditional medications, NeuroStar has no common systemic side effects, allowing you to live life to the fullest.
- For best results, it’s important to complete the full number of treatment sessions prescribed by your doctor. See a detailed guide for your first visit.
A typical NeuroStar treatment plan includes 36 sessions that each last 19 minutes or less. Your doctor will determine what is right for you. Completing the full NeuroStar treatment course gives the best chance for delivering long-lasting relief from depression.
NeuroStar is covered by most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Tricare. Over 300 million people have insurance plans that cover NeuroStar.
NeuroStar is a safe and effective treatment without the systemic side effects of medication. The most common side effect is mild to moderate pain or discomfort at the treatment site. For most patients this subsides within the first week of treatment.
Need a Better Depression Treatment? You’re Not Alone.
Based on a recent market research study of 500 patients diagnosed with depression, NeuroStar found that 67% of these patients were not happy with their current treatment or quality of life and were actively searching for a new treatment solution.
Please fill out our TMS self-assessment survey to see if you’re a candidate for TMS therapy.
