When considering transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy, it is important to have open and informed conversations with your health care provider. Asking the right questions can help you better understand the treatment process, what to expect, and how NeuroStar TMS may fit into your overall mental health plan, ensuring that you start your care journey informed and empowered. To help guide this important conversation, here are some good questions to ask your provider before starting TMS therapy.
At AMS Health & Wellness, we encourage our patients to actively engage in discussions about their prospective treatment options. Understanding the basics of NeuroStar TMS and how it works is the first step toward making the best decisions for your health. If you are curious about TMS or want to learn more about how it might be right for you, contact AMS Health & Wellness today to schedule an appointment and start your path to healing.
One of the most helpful NeuroStar TMS therapy questions to ask your provider is what your treatment sessions will be like. Understanding the process—and the treatment program—can ease your anxiety and help you feel more comfortable. Important questions you should ask include:
You should also determine if and how the program will meet your unique needs. Knowing these details ahead of time allows you to mentally and physically prepare for your treatment program. This will make your overall experience smoother and more positive while helping manage your expectations and ensuring there are no surprises.
Before starting NeuroStar TMS, it is important to ask your health care provider about the potential risks and side effects. Asking your health care team questions about what to expect and how they will manage any side effects during your TMS program can help you feel supported and informed, easing your concerns.
These types of questions show that you care about your safety and well-being and can help make you feel comfortable before beginning your treatment. Your provider should be open and honest with you, ensuring you fully understand the benefits and possible risks associated with treatment, as well as how to mitigate any side effects.
Another key topic to discuss with your care provider before beginning therapy is how TMS will work alongside any current treatments you are receiving, such as medication or therapy. It is essential to ask questions about how NeuroStar TMS complements the medications or therapy you are already undergoing.
This will help you gain a comprehensive understanding of your full care plan and how each part contributes to your recovery. Having these conversations can empower you to take an active role in your mental health journey with confidence while managing expectations for your treatment and recovery.
You may have many questions about your prospective NeuroStar TMS treatment, and we have answers to address them. Schedule your one-on-one consultation today with a TMS specialist on our team at AMS Health & Wellness, and use this as a guide to gather questions to ask your provider before starting TMS therapy.
Let us help you access timely, clear, and accurate information so you can make informed and empowered treatment decisions. Book your consultation today and discover how TMS can support you on the path to a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Adult Indications for Use
The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is indicated for the treatment of depressive episodes and for decreasing anxiety symptoms for those who may exhibit comorbid anxiety symptoms in adult patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and who failed to achieve satisfactory improvement from previous antidepressant medication treatment in the current episode.
The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Adolescent Indications for Use
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is indicated as an adjunct for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adolescent patients (15-21).
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is only available by prescription. A doctor can help decide if NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is right for you. Patients’ results may vary.
Important Safety Information
The most common side effect is pain or discomfort at or near the treatment site. These events are transient; they occur during the TMS treatment course and do not occur for most patients after the first week of treatment. There is a rare risk of seizure associated with the use of TMS therapy (<0.1% per patient).
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy should not be used with patients who have non-removable conductive metal in or near the head. NeuroStar Advanced Therapy has not been studied in patients who have not received prior antidepressant treatment.
