TMS Therapy System

Transcraneal Magnetic Stimulation

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TMS Therapy for Depression

A global mental
health crisis

Before COVID there were over 1 billion people
suffering with Depression

worsened by
the pandemic

worsened
by the
pandemic

The mental fallout will stay long beyond COVID

Large Patient Population
Being Unserved

16.1 Million US Adults with Major Depression
7.2 Million Treated
4.5 Million Poorly Served

548,000

Americans, per day, call in
sick for mental health
issues, costing 200 million
work days per year

Major Depression in the Brain

PET Scans showing the activity of a brain of patient with depression vs. a patient with no depression

Depression

No Depression

TMS Increases Brain Activity

Functional MRI showing new brain activity post TMS in 6 cross section scans

The Brain is an Electrochemical Organ

STAR*D Study

demonstrates that current treatment has limited effectiveness

TMS Therapy Avoids the Systemic Side Effects Commonly Experienced with Medications

Systemic Drug Side Effects

Weight Gain
Constipation
Diarrhea
Nausea
Drowsiness

Insomnia
Nervousness
Increased Appetite
Decreased Appetite
Decreased Sexual Interest

Anxiety
Weakness
Dry Mouth
Dizziness
Fatigue

Headache/ Migraine
Abnormal Ejaculation
Impotence
Sweating
Tremor
Treatment Discontinuation Side Effects

What is TMS?

TMS stands for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and is a well-tolerated and proven method to treat Depression, even in patients who have not responded to other forms of therapy.

TMS works by positioning a magnetic coil on your head which externally stimulates specific areas of the brain associated with depression symptoms.
The coil emits a light stimulation aimed at specific areas within the brain which feels like a tapping sensation.
The magnetic stimulation encourages the brain cells to naturally release the chemicals necessary to properly regulate our mood.

The TMS Magnetic Field is similar to an MRI

Advantages of TMS Therapy

Natural

TMS therapy uses electro-magnetic pulses to stimulate brain cells which helps to modulate neural pathways necessary for mood regulation.

A medication-free approach

TMS is particularly suited for people who do not respond to antidepressant medications for their treatment of depression.

No hospitalization or anesthetic required

TMS is locally applied and a gentle method of stimulation. For this reason there is no need for sedation or anesthesia (unlike, for example, ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy))

Minimal side-effects

Unlike some antidepressant medications, TMS treatment does not cause weight gain, sexual dysfunction, nausea, negative cognitive effects or withdrawal symptoms. Patients may experience a focal muscle tension headache immediately after a sessions, but this is usually relieved with a mild painkiller.

A short-term program

Patients normally notice improvements within the first few sessions. For most clints a long-term positive effective is reached after 20-40 sessions, which can be completed in a few weeks or months.

FDA Approved

TMS is a safe form of treatment that has been cleared by the FDA since 2008 for patients with depression who have failed to achieve satisfactory Improvement from prior antidepressant medication.

A typical course of TMS

Up to 36 x 19-minute sessions over several weeks.
Although treatment requires regular visits, this is just in a short space of time.
Long lasting effects are usually noticed after the course of treatment.
Patients can resume normal activities following their treatments.

Covered by most insurance plans

Who Can Benefit from TMS Therapy?

patients 18 years and over, diagnosed with depression.
patients who have not responded to other treatments and have been diagnosed with treatment-resistant depression.
patients who wish to lower or cease medication.
for depression and want a therapy to support that process.

Comparison of End of Acute Treatment Clinical Status

Clinician Assessed Outcomes

TMS in Clinical Practice

FDA Cleared

Non-drug

Non-invasive

No side effects of drugs

Long-lasting symptom relief

Covered by most insurance