Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation at Harvard: A Homecoming
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Rated A "Wise Buy"
In the Wise Buy series of MedPage Today 2.12.16 article written by contributing writer Paul Raeburn, he assesses therapies, both new and old, to determine if Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatment is not only a "wise choice", but also a "wise buy".
In summarizing Raeburn's article, he states that "TMS is rated as a cheaper and safer alternative than ECT, the other proven therapy for "refractory depression", ie., cases of major depressive disorder (MDD) which don't respond adequately to at least two courses of antidepressants.
TMS Solutions Bringing HOPE To People With Depression - Patient Brochure
Depression is a serious illness, affecting approximately 16.1 million people in the U.S, and 350 million people worldwide. Depression is a "life stealer”, it grays over and weights down joy and vitality, and is becoming the largest health burden in world health. For years, medication has helped manage symptoms, however, many patients are just not satisfied with the results, nor the nasty side effects they get with the “cocktail” of standard drug based therapy. There is hope…
Topics: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Dealing with Depression, TMS Therapy, Depression Solutions
What Does "FDA Approved" Mean?
Topics: About TMS, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, TMS Therapy, Treating Depression, TMS Solutions, FDA Approved, FDA Approved Devices, Depression Solutions, Commentary
Why I'm Excited About TMS Therapy For Depression
We all love it when our patients get better...
Robert A. Sammons, Jr., M.D., Ph.D.
When asked to do a blog for this website, I must admit that I was less than interested in doing so for a number of reasons. It did not seem very professional and although I enjoy seeing photos of friends and hearing what they were doing, I did not think it was either of interest or appropriate for a medical site. Then, I realized "I have come early to a party", metaphorically speaking, for the second time in my life.
Topics: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, TMS Therapy, Treating Depression, TMS Solutions