Everyone responds differently to their mental health treatments, and we understand that traditional treatments such as medication and therapy do not always provide sufficient relief from your mental health symptoms. Many of our patients have approached us seeking an alternative treatment for their treatment-resistant depression (major depressive disorder or MDD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or anxious depression. We know how much our patients want a mental health treatment that is as painless as possible.
With NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy, we can help meet that need. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, non-drug treatment designed to help patients (including qualifying adolescents) with MDD, OCD, and anxious depression find relief from their symptoms. NeuroStar is considered one of the best TMS treatments of its kind, and one reason why is because it is almost completely painless. If you are wondering “Does NeuroStar hurt?” we can answer all your questions.
When you are looking for a relatively pain-free treatment, NeuroStar may be ideal for you.
For most patients, NeuroStar does not hurt at all. A few patients may experience mild to moderate discomfort near the treatment area during sessions, but this goes away after a few treatment sessions. Most patients find this discomfort manageable with over-the-counter pain relief medications. The majority of patients tolerate NeuroStar extremely well and can deal with the minor side effects.
While medication can be a great treatment option for some people, not everyone can tolerate its side effects. Medication side effects can include worsening mental health symptoms, suicidal ideation, GI concerns like diarrhea and constipation, sexual dysfunction, and other side effects that some patients find very challenging to deal with. Comparatively, the minor side effects associated with NeuroStar are milder and more tolerable than the side effects associated with antidepressants and other conventional medications commonly used for MDD, OCD, or MDD with anxious depression.
When you weigh the benefits vs. minor discomfort of TMS, TMS almost always comes out ahead. NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy is FDA-cleared and comes with many benefits. It is delivered in a rapid treatment program, requires no downtime or recovery time, and is covered nationwide by insurance.
Ultimately, the most important way to limit the level of discomfort and pain from your mental health treatment is to schedule a consultation with a reputable and trusted mental health care provider. A trusted practitioner can help recommend the best treatments for your needs, with your safety and wellness at the forefront. At Mech Mental Health Innovations, we bring exceptional mental health treatments to our patients, with a focus on providing safe, minimally invasive treatments.
Our patients over the age of 15 with depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxious depression choose NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy because it does not hurt. In fact, for most of our patients, this FDA-cleared treatment does not cause any type of adverse side effects and is very well tolerated.
Take charge of your mental health once and for all with our specialists. Book your consultation at Mech Mental Health Innovations today to explore how the innovative NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy could benefit you. We serve a range of patients, including adolescents. For more information, book your consultation with us today.
