ECT And TMS Can Help Alleviate Individuals Depression Clinical depression is a very serious matter. Most people that are clinically determined to have depression are treated within a specific course that may include medication or mental health therapy. However, for some individuals, that may not be enough. There are other options available, like electroconvulsive therapy or ECT and transcranial magnetic stimulation or TMS. TMS and ECT therapy try to stimulate the brain, offering relief for those struggling with depression. ECT is recognized as one of the most effective and safest methods for treating depression. For patients that appear unresponsive to other types of treatment, ECT is known as one of the fastest methods for helping severely depressed or suicidal patients. It may also work for individuals who are suffering from mania as well as other kind of mental illness. Pregnant and post-partum mothers can also benefit from ECT, as these situations usually call for rapid treatment response. This procedure is administered to someone under general anesthesia. Electrodes are situated on the patients scalp while they're unconscious. This causes a short seizure in the brain when a small, controlled electric current is applied. The currents are utilized to stimulate specific parts of the brain to offer relief from the depression. However, these currents may also cause an elevated blood pressure and intense muscle contractions. Therefore, this type of therapy needs to be given with extreme caution, especially with patients who have cardiovascular issues. Depending on the patient's needs, ECT therapy may be administered a couple times a week for two to four weeks. During the course of treatment, memory may be severely affected, and it is not advised that the patient work or drive while receiving treatments. Although the cost for this procedure can be rather high, most insurance companies will cover the expenses. TMS can be another option that uses magnetic waves to stimulate the brains nerve cells which are in control of your mood. This is also a non-invasive treatment that will not require anesthesia or sedation. The physician applies a treatment coil on the patient’s head, and the coil releases the magnetic waves. The waves will then produce small electrical currents that can help activate cells in the brain. Typically, patients receive these treatments each day for four to six weeks. Patients considering either therapy have a few points to consider. First, they should listen to their physician’s advice when it comes to either treatment. These therapies must only be applied by a properly licensed physician. A patient’s counselor or psychiatrist needs to be consulted and work to come up with a suitable course of action. There are a couple other things to think about when you are looking into these two options. TMS is usually more affordable when compared with ECT, for any patients that have financial concerns. But, insurance normally doesn't cover TMS treatments. To determine your coverage or out-ofpocket expenses, the patient should consult with their insurance company ahead of time. Plus, there are a few small risks associated with ECT, such as the affects to your memory. You won't have as much risk with TMS and you also won't suffer any cognitive effects. However, the efficacy rate for TMS isn't as high as the remission rate for ECT. Some studies are suggesting that TMS works well as maintenance therapy after ECT is administered. TMS Providers
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ECT And TMS Can Help Alleviate Individuals Depression
Clinical depression is a very serious matter. Most people that are clinically determined to have depression are treated ...
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