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What Is TMS?

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is an FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment that uses precise magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain. This advanced therapy has helped thousands of patients, particularly those dealing with treatment-resistant depression and other mental health conditions.

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How Does TMS Work?

During a TMS session, a medical professional places a magnetic coil gently against your scalp. This coil delivers focused magnetic pulses that stimulate nerve cells in targeted brain regions involved in mood regulation and depression. 

The stimulation helps activate brain cells and can restore normal function to areas that may be underactive in conditions like depression. Think of it as a gentle "wake-up call" for specific parts of your brain.

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Why TMS at First Tracks Health?

  • Personalized Treatment Plans: We carefully design each TMS treatment based on unique symptoms, medical history, and goals.
     

  • FDA-Cleared & Proven Effective: TMS is FDA-cleared for treating depression and OCD—meaning it meets rigorous safety and effectiveness standards—with promising evidence for anxiety and PTSD.
     

  • Minimal Side Effects: Many patients experience no side effects at all, while some report mild, temporary symptoms such as slight scalp tenderness or headache.
     

  • High Success Rates: Standard TMS achieves remission for up to half of patients, while accelerated TMS, a daily treatment, has shown remission rates as high as 80%.

The Power of the Right Treatment at the Right Time

With conventional treatments for mental health conditions, approximately 80-90% of patients eventually become treatment-resistant, experiencing diminishing effectiveness over time.
 

Effectiveness Comparison of Treatments:
 

  • Psychotherapy Alone: ~20% effectiveness
     

  • Second Medication: ~30% effectiveness
     

  • Third Medication: ~15% effectiveness
     

  • Fourth Medication: ~10% effectiveness
     

  • Accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: ~70-80% effectiveness
     

Accelerated TMS represents the most significant advancement in treatment effectiveness in decades.

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Rapid Results, Real Hope

TMS therapy has transformed lives, providing rapid, lasting relief and recovery to people struggling with mental health conditions. Due to its accelerated action, many patients begin experiencing improvements within days, enabling them to quickly reconnect with a fulfilling life.

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