Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a non-invasive, innovative therapy that helps ease treatment-resistant depression symptoms.
If you feel stuck in depression and traditional treatment hasn't helped, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may relieve your symptoms. This innovative treatment is like a reset button that helps your brain function better so you can start feeling better.
What is transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)?
TMS is a non-invasive procedure that uses electromagnetic fields to trigger specific areas of the brain. These pulses can help stimulate or calm brain activity to improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and alleviate other symptoms.
Who is a good candidate for TMS?
If you have treatment-resistant depression and have tried medications and therapy without success, TMS may be a good option for you. Your doctor will assess your specific symptoms and medical history to determine if TMS is right for you.
What are the side effects of TMS?
TMS is a safe and well-tolerated treatment. Side effects are mild and temporary and may include:
- Headache: A common side effect, often relieved with over-the-counter pain medication.
- Scalp tenderness: Some people may experience a tingling sensation or mild discomfort at the treatment site.
- Lightheadedness: This is usually temporary and resolves quickly.
Your doctor will talk with you about potential side effects and solutions for managing them.
Virtua TMS Specialist
Our interventional psychiatrist is certified to provide innovative treatments such as TMS and ECT for people with treatment-resistant depression and other mental health conditions.
If you feel stuck in depression and traditional treatment hasn't helped, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may relieve your symptoms. This innovative treatment is like a reset button that helps your brain function better so you can start feeling better.
What is transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)?
TMS is a non-invasive procedure that uses electromagnetic fields to trigger specific areas of the brain. These pulses can help stimulate or calm brain activity to improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and alleviate other symptoms.
Who is a good candidate for TMS?
If you have treatment-resistant depression and have tried medications and therapy without success, TMS may be a good option for you. Your doctor will assess your specific symptoms and medical history to determine if TMS is right for you.
What are the side effects of TMS?
TMS is a safe and well-tolerated treatment. Side effects are mild and temporary and may include:
- Headache: A common side effect, often relieved with over-the-counter pain medication.
- Scalp tenderness: Some people may experience a tingling sensation or mild discomfort at the treatment site.
- Lightheadedness: This is usually temporary and resolves quickly.
Your doctor will talk with you about potential side effects and solutions for managing them.
The Virtua Difference for TMS
Training the next generation of psychiatrists
Virtua interventional psychiatrists present on brain stimulation at national conferences and train Virtua psychiatry residents to become certified TMS and ECT providers. They’re also preparing residents to provide competent, evidence-based care and cultivate an environment of collaboration, communication, health equity, and safety.
Training the next generation of psychiatrists
Virtua interventional psychiatrists present on brain stimulation at national conferences and train Virtua psychiatry residents to become certified TMS and ECT providers. They’re also preparing residents to provide competent, evidence-based care and cultivate an environment of collaboration, communication, health equity, and safety.
Brain stimulation expertise
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has been provided by interventional psychiatrists at Virtua Mount Holly Hospital for more than 20 years. ECT is the most effective treatment for people who have severe depression that hasn't improved with medication or psychotherapy.
Brain stimulation expertise
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) has been provided by interventional psychiatrists at Virtua Mount Holly Hospital for more than 20 years. ECT is the most effective treatment for people who have severe depression that hasn't improved with medication or psychotherapy.
Affordable treatment
Virtua Behavioral Health providers accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance, and our coordinator works with insurers on treatment coverage approvals.
Affordable treatment
Virtua Behavioral Health providers accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance, and our coordinator works with insurers on treatment coverage approvals.
We'll help you through this
If you have recurring major depression, we understand how challenging it can be to find the motivation to seek treatment. We offer a safe space for judgment-free care, so you can focus on healing.
We'll help you through this
If you have recurring major depression, we understand how challenging it can be to find the motivation to seek treatment. We offer a safe space for judgment-free care, so you can focus on healing.
Call Us Today
Learn more about treatment-resistant depression and brain stimulation therapies at Virtua. Call 609-914-6550 or email InterventionalPsych@virtua.org.