An accelerated protocol for better results, faster.
What is aTMS
For those suffering from severe treatment resistant major depressive disorders and are struggling to find relief, we provide an accelerated treatment protocol to get you feeling better, faster. Accelerated TMS protocols have been clinically shown to deliver better results in a shorter amount of time than the conventional four- to six-week courses. In just one week of 36 sessions completed over the course of 5 days, our patients reported significant and qualitatively remarkable improvement by the second day of treatment and were almost fully resolved of their depressive symptoms by the end of the week. With ongoing monitoring and consistent psychotherapeutic support, their positive outcomes continue to be sustained without any significant side effects or additional medications.
Following the latest science and using the highest quality biotechnology, our accelerated protocols utilize NeuroStar technology to deliver a rapid treatment schedule of 36 sessions held daily over 5 consecutive days. By specifically targeting the left DLPFC with precision imaging guidance, our aTMS protocol matches the ~90,000 pulse dose and 50-60 minute inter-session spacing that drives a remarkable 79% remission rate in clinical trials, allowing our patients safe and effective relief, faster. Foundational to our therapeutic approach, we believe that every patient has a different treatment need, and so our accelerated protocol offers flexible targeting options including neuronavigation and fcMRI compatibility when indicated, or validated Beam F3 methodology when MRI is not utilized. This approach delivers a rapid clinical response—meaningful symptom improvement within 5 days for treatment-resistant depression—with the established safety profile of FDA-cleared TMS therapy.
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Rapid results are proven.
A recent pilot study looked at a series of 21 patients with severe treatment-resistant depression and treated them with a rapid TMS protocol, providing six to eight treatment sessions per day, each lasting only three and a half minutes, to deliver over 21,000 magnetic pulses in total. Importantly, no intensive techniques were required for localizing the treatment area. In this series of patients, 55% achieved a remission of depression, and 70% a robust response, after 4 weeks.
We partner with Neurostar®, the leader in TMS technology.
Neuronetics’ NeuroStar® Advanced Therapy for Mental Health is today’s leading TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) treatment and is backed by more clinical evidence than any other TMS technology for depression. The largest TMS company in the industry, NeuroStar helps patients achieve safe and effective treatment for Major Depressive Disorders.
Safe and effective results in one week with aTMS.
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NeuroStar uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to target key areas of the brain that are underactive in people with depression. It is not ECT (electroconvulsive therapy).
What is NeuroStar Advanced Therapy (TMS)?
NeuroStar uses figure-8 coils to deliver focused magnetic pulses (similar in strength to an MRI), to revitalize underactive areas of the brain involved in regulating mood. When these regions are underactive, depression can result. “Waking up” these regions can have a lasting effect on depression, making long-term remission from depression a reality for many people.
When receiving your NeuroStar Advanced Therapy,
• You can return to normal activities right away
• You are awake during treatment
• There are no negative effects on memory or sleep
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Here’s what you can expect from a NeuroStar Advanced Therapy (TMS) session:
Before Treatment
You’ll recline comfortably in the treatment chair. A curved magnetic coil will be positioned on your head.
During Treatment
You’ll hear a clicking sound and feel a tapping sensation on your head as the NeuroStar figure-8 coil focuses treatment precisely at the source of the depression: the brain. The patented Contact Sensing technology ensures the prescribed dose is delivered, every treatment, every pulse.
After Treatment
With NeuroStar TMS you are fully awake and alert during treatment and may drive home and resume daily activities immediately afterwards. Depending on your doctor’s recommendation, an accelerated treatment protocol with NeuroStar technology includes 36 sessions that each last between 3-4 minutes, and are delivered over 5 consecutive days. Completing the full accelerated NeuroStar treatment course gives the best chance for delivering long-lasting relief from depression.
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The accelerated TMS treatment protocol for Major Depressive Disorders follows an intensive treatment schedule which includes:
6-8 sessions daily (2-3 minutes each)
Held over 5 consecutive days
Specifically targeting the left DLPFC with precision guidance, our protocol matches the ~90,000 pulse dose and 50-60 minute inter-session spacing that drives a remarkable 79% remission rate in clinical trials.
Our aTMS treatment can be adjusted to accommodate your therapeutic needs by offering flexible targeting options including neuronavigation and fcMRI compatibility, as well as validated Beam F3 methodology when MRI is not utilized.
NeuroStar® Indication
The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is indi-cated 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). 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. Visit neurostar.com for full safety and prescribing