Bend Health Guide Spring Issue #8 2020

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OFFERING

TRANSCRANIAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION INNOVATIVE, MEDICATION-FREE TREATMENT FOR DEPRESSION

HOW DOES TMS TARGET DEPRESSION? • Electromagnetic coil is positioned over the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (scalp). • Electromagnetic pulses > Electromagnetic field:

Directly stimulates underactive neurons in brain areas that affect mood.

• Repeat stimulation > antidepressant effect:

• Promotes new neuronal pathways. • Stimulates growth of new nerve cells. • Indirect effect on neurotransmitters.

• TMS Depression Protocol is generally 5 days/wk, 20-40 min/day, for 4 to 6 wks.

At Bright Mind, TMS is more than a treatment, it is truly an EXPERIENCE with a Holistic approach to sustainable recovery from depression.

CONTACT BRIGHT MIND TMS TO SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION. Amy Erber, FNP-C & Todd Boire, MD 541.717.3033 / info@brightmindtms.com brightmindtms.com


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