Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

For individuals struggling with depression who have not experienced adequate relief from medication or therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) may provide another treatment option.

TMS is a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. Unlike medication, TMS does not require systemic medication and does not involve anesthesia or surgery.

A Personalized Approach to Treatment

At Texas Psychiatric Medicine, TMS is incorporated into a comprehensive psychiatric treatment plan. Each patient receives a thorough psychiatric evaluation to determine whether TMS may be an appropriate treatment option based on their symptoms, treatment history, medical history, and individual needs.

TMS treatments are performed in the office under medical supervision. During treatment, patients remain awake and can return to their normal activities following a session.

Who May Benefit From TMS?

TMS is primarily used for adults with major depressive disorder, particularly when symptoms have not improved sufficiently with one or more antidepressant medications or other standard treatments.

TMS may be considered when:

• Depression continues despite medication or therapy

• Medications have caused unwanted side effects

• A patient has not experienced adequate benefit from previous treatments

• A patient is looking for a non-medication treatment option

Not every patient is a candidate for TMS. A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation is necessary to determine whether TMS is appropriate.

What to Expect

A typical course of TMS involves multiple treatment sessions over several weeks. Treatment sessions are performed in the office and generally do not require sedation or anesthesia.

Your treatment plan will be individualized based on your diagnosis, treatment history, and clinical response. Throughout treatment, your progress will be monitored by your clinical team.

Explore Whether TMS Is Right for You

If you are experiencing persistent depression despite treatment, TMS may be an option worth discussing. Schedule a psychiatric evaluation with Texas Psychiatric Medicine to learn whether TMS may be appropriate for you.

TMS is not right for everyone, and individual results vary. A psychiatric evaluation is required to determine appropriate treatment.