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TMS Therapy Fact Sheet For Depression and Anxiety What is TMS Therapy? TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) Therapy for the treatment of depression is a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that uses a pulsed magnetic field, similar in type and strength to those produced by a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine. The pulsed magnetic field stimulates function in brain regions known to affect mood and anxiety. These regions include the left prefrontal cortex which is directly stimulated by TMS Therapy and deeper regions such as the cingulate cortex which is indirectly activated by TMS. • ~37 minute treatment • Awake and alert • • No anesthesia or sedation needed • No negative effects on thinking and memory • After treatment, patients can drive or return to work None of the side effects typical with antidepressant medications. *Some patients experience headache or mild to moderate pain or discomfort at or near the treatment area Who can benefit from TMS Therapy? • When antidepressants are not working to provide FULL relief of symptoms • If medications are causing side effects - limiting quality of life • Sexual dysfunction, Weight gain, Dry mouth, Confused thinking • Those seeking a non-medication treatment (Purest, pregnant or nursing etc.) • Non-mental health medications that conflict with antidepressants • None of the side effects typical with antidepressant medications. *Some patients experience headache or mild to moderate pain or discomfort at or near the treatment area Marilyn Vache, MD; Medical Director ▪ Austin TMS Clinic for Depression 3724 Jefferson Street ▪ Austin, TX 78731 ▪ 512 458-1000 How TMS Therapy® Works - A Unique Mechanism of Action Transcranial magnetic stimulation uses a highly focused pulsed magnetic field, similar in type and strength to those produced by a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine, to stimulate cortical neurons. 1 1. Pulsed magnetic fields induce small electric currents in the prefrontal cortex of the brain 1 2 2. Local neurons depolarize and release neurotransmitters 3 3. Distant areas of the limbic system are activated via neuronal pathways increasing blood flow and glucose metabolism rise in the stimulated regions These Actions are thought to result in improved mood. TMS Therapy Proven Neuroimaging Changes Activation of brain circuit following a course of TMS applied to the left front part of the brain in patients with Major Depression. TMS Coil Marilyn Vache, MD Austin TMS Clinic for Depression 3724 Jefferson Street Austin, TX 78731 512 458-1000 www.austintmsclinic.com