Major depressive disorder (MDD) can affect all aspects of your life. Treatment options usually include psychiatric medications and psychotherapy. However, some people experience treatment-resistant depression, where the traditional medications are ineffective at providing relief. Thankfully, NeuroStar transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy can offer a way forward if you are experiencing treatment-resistant depression.
You may be wondering: “Is there an age restriction for NeuroStar TMS therapy treatments?” While TMS is useful for treating MDD and treatment-resistant depression, this FDA-cleared therapy does have specific age guidelines — and understanding them is an important first step before starting treatment. Our team at the TMS Center of New Jersey is happy to answer any questions you may have, as well as walk you through the NeuroStar TMS process.
NeuroStar TMS therapy is a non-invasive treatment option for MDD and treatment-resistant depression. It involves administering magnetic pulses to specific regions of your brain to improve brain function. By encouraging brain activity in targeted regions, NeuroStar TMS therapy aims to reduce or eliminate your MDD symptoms.
A NeuroStar TMS treatment plan includes seven weeks of daily treatments at the TMS Center of New Jersey. Our specialist controls the NeuroStar TMS coil, directing it at the specific brain regions. A treatment session usually takes around 20-30 minutes, and you can return to your day straight after your treatment. After completing a full treatment plan, most patients enjoy results that can last up to one year.
While NeuroStar TMS therapy is safe, some patients can experience side effects, such as aches, pains, or muscle twitches. In rare cases, some individuals experience an increased risk of seizure. NeuroStar TMS also has specific age eligibility criteria. Being open and clear about your experience with our team at the TMS Center of New Jersey can help ensure you get the right treatment for you.
NeuroStar TMS has been cleared for use in individuals with MDD aged 15 and above.
If your teen is 15 or older and is dealing with MDD that medication has not helped, NeuroStar TMS therapy may be a beneficial option. The teenage years can be a difficult time of life, with so much to learn and manage, and MDD can make it even tougher, affecting your teen’s life in significant, lasting ways. Sometimes, the traditional medications used to treat MDD can cause more problems or be ineffective. The FDA-cleared, non-invasive NeuroStar TMS therapy we offer at the TMS Center of New Jersey can provide relief to teens struggling with the symptoms of MDD and treatment-resistant depression.
You care about your children, even if they do not always want to tell you how they feel. The teenage years are hard, and MDD can make them harder. NeuroStar TMS therapy is a tool that may help you provide relief to your teen. Our team at the TMS Center of New Jersey is here to help. We can answer any questions you may have—including “Is there an age restriction for NeuroStar TMS therapy treatments?”—and help you determine if this option will help your child. Reach out and schedule a consultation with our skilled team today and help your teen get back to feeling their best.
