Now Offering NeuroStar TMS in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Your Struggle
With Depression
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FDA-cleared NeuroStar TMS delivers proven, lasting relief from depression, without medication, without side effects, and covered by most major insurance plans.

Proven depression relief that lasts
Safe, effective, and non-invasive
No side effects of medication
Most insurance providers now offer coverage

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Since 2008

What is TMS?

What is NeuroStar Advanced Therapy (TMS)?

During a NeuroStar treatment session, a magnet with a strength comparable to that in an MRI machine is employed to stimulate nerve cells in the brain regions associated with mood regulation. These magnetic pulses can positively influence neurotransmitter levels, potentially leading to long-term remission.

Sessions in the comfort of our office
No hospital stays. Conducted right here in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Resume normal activities immediately
Drive yourself home. Return to work the same day.
Stay fully awake throughout treatment
No sedation, no anesthesia. You're comfortable and alert.
No effects on memory or sleep
Unlike ECT or medication, TMS doesn't impair cognitive function.

The Science

How Does NeuroStar TMS Work?

Individuals experiencing depression are shown to have reduced electrical activity in certain areas of the brain. Neurostar TMS works by delivering highly targeted, localized electromagnetic pulses to those areas, including the prefrontal cortex, which is the area of your brain that regulates mood. These electromagnetic pulses stimulate the affected neurons, which in turn releases neurotransmitters and hormones such as serotonin and dopamine. These neurotransmitters work to relieve symptoms of depression. Once these neurons are stimulated by Neurostar TMS, they continue to release these neurotransmitters for a longer period of time compared to other treatments like antidepressants.

Targeted Pulses

Localized electromagnetic pulses are delivered directly to the prefrontal cortex, the mood-regulation center of your brain.

Neurons Activated

Pulses stimulate affected neurons, triggering the natural release of serotonin and dopamine, your brain's "feel good" neurotransmitters.

Lasting Relief

Stimulated neurons continue releasing neurotransmitters longer than antidepressants, providing sustained, lasting depression relief.

Backed By Clinical Evidence

NeuroStar has the largest clinical data set of any TMS device for depression in the US, with results from real-world patients.

83%

Patients who saw improvements in their depression symptoms¹

62%

Patients who saw full remission of their depression symptoms.²

12mo.

Proven effectiveness in treatment-resistant depression patients through 12 months.³

Getting Started

Your Path To Treatment

Simple, guided steps to start feeling better at Vigor Mental Health.

Step 1

Fill Out a Form

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Step 2

Match With a Provider

Be matched with a highly trained provider for your specific needs.

Step 3

Determine Treatment

Your provider will develop a personalized treatment plan just for you.

Step 4

Begin Treatment

Start treatments on your terms with our flexible scheduling.

Step 5

Feel Better

We'll work closely with you to help you feel like your best self.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about TMS therapy at Vigor Mental Health.

What is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation? ›

Transcranial magnetic stimulation, often referred to as TMS, is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression. TMS is typically used when antidepressant medications haven't been effective, have ceased working, or as an alternative to medication.

How does TMS work? ›

TMS involves delivering magnetic pulses to specific parts of the brain.

How long is TMS treatment? ›

A typical initial course of treatment is about 19-37 minutes daily over 4-6 weeks.

Is TMS Therapy covered by my insurance? ›

A vast majority of commercial plans have recognized the effectiveness of treating depression with TMS Therapy and now cover TMS as part of their plans.

Is TMS Therapy a good alternative for patients who cannot tolerate the side effects of antidepressant medications? ›

TMS does not circulate in the blood throughout the body, so it does not have side effects like weight gain, sexual dysfunction, nausea, dry mouth, sedation, etc. The most common side effects reported during clinical trials were headache and scalp discomfort, generally mild to moderate, occurring less frequently after the first week of treatment.

Do NeuroStar treatments hurt? ›

During the session, you will feel a tapping sensation on your head. Each treatment session lasts around 19 minutes. Some NeuroStar patients experience mild to moderate pain or discomfort at or near the treatment site during the first week of treatment. This is usually temporary and subsides in subsequent treatments. Visit neurostar.com for a full list of possible side effects associated with NeuroStar.

Is TMS Therapy like other alternative therapies that use magnets to treat some illnesses? ›

No. TMS Therapy involves a unique method of using pulsed magnetic fields for a therapeutic benefit. The intensity of the magnetic field is similar to that of an MRI. These techniques differ radically from the popular use of low intensity, static magnetic fields. Those products deliver weak and undirected static fields that are not capable of activating brain cells. The activation and stimulation of brain cells is a key part of why TMS is so effective.

Indications for Use

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).

Important Safety Information

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.

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).

Visit neurostar.com for full safety and prescribing information.

References

^1,2 Sackeim HA, et al. (2020). J Affect Disord, 277:65–74. Based on a real world, retrospective study using CGI-S and a sample size of 615 patients.

³ Dunner DL, et al. (2014). J Clin Psychiatry, 75(12):1394–1401.

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