The TMS Center of New Jersey
NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy
If you are looking for a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment for depression, consider NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy at The TMS Center of New Jersey.
Non-Invasive
Non invasive and non systemic. The only side effect is the possible minor irritation of the scalp.
36 Treatments
A typical treatment course consists of 5 treatments per week over a 7 week period.
19 Minutes
Each treatment typically lasts approximately 19 minutes. The variation depends on your diagnosis.
Awake and Alert
You will be fully awake and alert. You can read or watch TV and return to work after your treatment with no restrictions.
About Us
NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy in New Jersey
NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy is a non-drug, non-invasive treatment for depression and OCD. It uses focused magnetic pulses — similar in strength to an MRI — to stimulate the area of the brain that regulates mood. It is not ECT, and there is no medication, sedation, or downtime.
NeuroStar is FDA-cleared for:
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adults, including comorbid anxiety symptoms
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in adults, as an adjunct
- Major Depressive Disorder in adolescents ages 15–21
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About TMS Therapy
What treatment looks like:
Before Treatment You’ll recline in a comfortable treatment chair. A small, curved magnetic coil is positioned lightly against your head. No anesthesia, no sedation, no IV.
During Treatment NeuroStar delivers focused magnetic pulses to the area of the brain that regulates mood. You’ll hear a clicking sound and feel a tapping sensation on your scalp. You can read, watch TV, or listen to music throughout the session.
After Treatment Sessions take 19 to 37 minutes, depending on the protocol your doctor recommends. Because there are no effects on alertness or memory, you can drive yourself home and return to work or normal activities immediately.
Treatment is administered 5 days a week for approximately 7 weeks.
Depression and tMS
Symptoms of Clinical Depression
If you are experiencing these and have the feeling of a depressed mood for more than a 2-week period, you may want to seek medical help.
Significant increase or decrease in appetite
Excessive sleepiness or insomnia
Fatigue or loss of energy nearly every day
TMS media coverage
NATIONAL MEDIA
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has been featured in several prominent news publications highlighting its success in treating depression. Among these publications are: National Geographic, Scientific American, Psychiatric Times, Harvard Health, Men’s Health, and Forbes. See below for more news stories discussing the latest applications of TMS Therapy.
Depression FAQs
What is major depression?
Major depressive disorder is a condition which lasts two or more weeks and interferes with a person’s ability to carry out daily tasks and enjoyed activities that previously brought pleasure. This condition affects approximately 16 million American adults, or about 6.7 percent of the U.S. population age 18 and older.1
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Meet Our TMS Experts
NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy
NeuroStar is more than another TMS therapy; it is the gold standard treatment globally. With advanced technology and proven clinical results, NeuroStar is one of the most highly recommended TMS therapies for clinical depression, OCD, and anxious depression. Backed by high-quality, rigorous research and clinical trials, NeuroStar has a reputation for being a safe and effective treatment for qualifying adult and adolescent patients.
Our clinical specialists at The TMS Center of New Jersey perform NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy in 19-minute sessions over a 7-week treatment course. The short delivery and lack of sedation or cognitive impairment make it a highly convenient and accessible treatment for our patients.
TMS Testimonials
remission from depression:
Mariah’s patient experience with
NeuroStar
elsa’s experience:
Discovering NeuroStar & her husband’s journey
Tod’s story:
Remission from depression
Bart’s story:
From medication to NeuroStar TMS
Frequently Asked Questions
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 and Medicare 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.
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.
Schedule Your Consultation for The TMS Center of New Jersey
If you have not found relief from traditional treatments for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), major depressive disorder (MDD), or anxious depression, NeuroStar can offer a ray of hope and a chance at a better life. This cutting-edge, non-surgical TMS therapy targets the root of the problem—the brain itself—the source of mood, behavior, and emotional regulation.
NeuroStar Advanced TMS therapy at The TMS Center of New Jersey may be the right treatment option for you. To learn more about NeuroStar and if you are an eligible candidate, speak to our medical specialists at The TMS Center of New Jersey today.
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