NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in Fort Smith

Managing depression is exhausting, time-consuming, and frustrating. Even with prescriptions and therapy, depressive episodes and intrusive thoughts may persist. If antidepressant medication and therapy fail to deliver the desired results, NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in Fort Smith may be the solution you are looking for.

What Is NeuroStar Advanced Therapy?

NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is a non-invasive, drug-free treatment for depression. It targets the brain’s mood control centers, revitalizing dormant synapses to restore natural function. As the leading TMS therapy, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy serves patients in Fort Smith and beyond.

What Is TMS Therapy?

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy utilizes focused magnetic pulses, comparable to an MRI, to trigger parts of your brain that may be lying dormant. It works by jump-starting the neurons and helping your brain return to its intended function. During your Neurostar Advanced TMS Therapy session in Fort Smith, you will have a coil placed in specific locations around your head to target the brain areas responsible for mood. It may feel like a tapping or tingling sensation initially, but most patients become used to it as they continue treatments. Since it is a non-invasive procedure, you are awake and alert during the treatment, and there is no downtime or recovery period afterward, meaning you are free to get back to your everyday tasks with only minimal time taken out of your schedule.

Does It Work?

Neurostar has been collecting data for almost a decade, with over 17,700 patients receiving the therapy since 2016. 

Data has found that 83% of patients responded positively to the Neurostar TMS treatment, with 62% achieving a state they refer to as remission (Sackeim HA, et al. (2020). J Affect Disord, 277:65 74. Based on a real-world, retrospective study using CGI-S and a sample size of 615 patients). Many patients report that, with only TMS treatment, they experienced mental improvements for at least a year.

NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy continues to provide hope for patients in Fort Smith struggling with depression, offering a proven, non-invasive alternative when traditional treatments fall short. As more people turn to TMS therapy, its long-term success rate highlights its effectiveness in transforming lives.

Is NeuroStar TMS Therapy Covered by Insurance? 

Most insurances cover Neurostar TMS Therapy for Fort Smith patients who qualify. Most insurance companies will cover or reimburse for this treatment if you:

• Have been diagnosed with moderate to severe Major Depressive Disorder
• Have not experienced relief from depression after at least 2-4 medications (depending on insurance)
• Have been diagnosed with OCD
• Are not responsive after two medications and psychotherapy for OCD
• Are not pregnant or nursing

Check your insurance provider’s specific requirements, as coverage stipulations vary. However, TMS therapy is generally covered.

Do NeuroStar Treatments Hurt?

NeuroStar treatments are well-tolerated, though some may feel a tapping, tingling, or warming sensation during the procedure. These feelings often fade over time as you become used to the procedure. NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy is designed to be a comfortable experience, and most patients in Fort Smith find that any initial sensitivity decreases as their treatment progresses. Since the procedure is entirely non-invasive, there’s no need for anesthesia or recovery time, allowing you to return to your daily routine immediately after each session.

Take Steps Toward Happiness With NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy Session in Fort Smith

If your depression is not responding to your initial attempts at treatment, TMS therapy may be a fit for you. Our providers will discuss your symptoms and medical history to determine if this is a good option for treatment. You do not have to manage your symptoms alone—our team is here to help.

Schedule a consultation for NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in Fort Smith today to get started.

Adult Indications for Use 

The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is indicated for the treatment of depressive episodes and for decreasing anxiety symptoms for those who may exhibit comorbid anxiety symptoms in adult patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and who failed to achieve satisfactory improvement from previous antidepressant medication treatment in the current episode. 

The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). 

Important Safety Information 

NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is only available by prescription. A doctor can help decide if NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is right for you. Patients’ results may vary. 

The most common side effect is pain or discomfort at or near the treatment site. These events are transient; they occur during the TMS treatment course and do not occur for most patients after the first week of treatment. There is a rare risk of seizure associated with the use of TMS therapy (<0.1% per patient). 

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