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We’ll show you a new way forward. IPC opens the door to different possibilities in mental health treatment by providing proven, state-of-the-art treatments such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). If you have not found relief after trying 2 or more antidepressants, one of our services might be right for you.
rTMS
TMS therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment for patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). During treatment magnetic fields create gentle pulses to stimulate the areas of the brain which are known to be involved with depression and mood. TMS has been FDA approved for more than a decade and is recommended by the American Psychiatric Association.
A typical course of treatment consists of 30 sessions over 6 weeks followed by 6 titration treatments. Each treatment lasts 18 minutes and can be scheduled to fit in with your daily life. Many patients continue to work or maintain their routine during TMS therapy.
1/3 of patients are symptom free after treatment.
2/3 of patients experienced reduced symptoms.
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FAQs
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or rTMS is a non-invasive treatment that uses repetitive magnetic pulses to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression.
During a TMS session, an electromagnetic coil is placed against the scalp. The electromagnet pulse stimulates nerve cells in the region of your brain involved in mood control and depression. TMS is an option for those who have tried antidepressants, but the antidepressants have stopped providing effective relief.
Targeted magnetic fields are used to stimulate a specific area in the brain that is associated with depression. rTMS technology is similar to the technology used in MRIs.
TMS is covered by most insurance providers including Medicare. Prior authorization is typically required for insurance coverage. Our clinic will manage this process.
The magnetic coil which delivers TMS is positioned on the head. You will hear a clicking sound and feel a tapping sensation on your head when the magnetic pulses are delivered. Many patients watch television or read during treatment.
TMS is FDA approved treatment, and has over two decades of clinical and scientific research supporting its safe use and application. TMS therapy has been recommended by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) since 2010 for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder.
TMS treatment is usually administered over a 6-week period, 5 times per week. Each treatment is typically between 3 and 37.5 minutes depending on what the physician determines to be best for you. If the need arises, we can work with a schedule that fits with your needs.
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