Non-Invasive Trans-Cranial Magnetic Stimulation in Encino & Valencia

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. This therapy is typically used to treat major depressive disorder and other mental health conditions when medications or traditional therapies have not provided sufficient relief. The magnetic pulses delivered during the treatment can stimulate specific areas of the brain to improve mood and reduce symptoms without surgery or medication.

TMS is generally recommended for patients with certain psychological and depression or other mental health conditions who have not found relief with medications, psychotherapy, or other treatments. Possible candidates for TMS include:

• Individuals with major depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, and addiction
• Effective in treating conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, post concussive syndrome, tinnitus, autism, stroke, cognitive decline, and chronic pain syndromes
• Those who cannot tolerate the side effects of medications
• Patients who haven’t responded to standard behavioral or psychological therapies

The team at California Neurosurgical Institute will perform a detailed assessment to determine if TMS is the right treatment for you.

TMS therapy is performed in an outpatient setting and does not require anesthesia or sedation. You’ll sit comfortably during the session while a specialized coil is placed near your scalp. The device sends magnetic pulses to targeted areas of your brain that are associated with mood regulation. The treatment is painless, and most patients describe it as feeling like a light tapping on the head. A typical session lasts about 10 to 30 minutes, and patients can return to normal activities immediately after.

TMS is typically administered five days a week for four to six weeks or ten times a day for five days on an accelerated protocol, depending on your condition and response to treatment. The therapy is customized to each patient’s needs, and progress is closely monitored.

TMS is well-tolerated by most patients, with very few side effects. The most common side effect is mild discomfort or tingling at the treatment site during the session. Some patients may experience a mild headache, which resolves quickly after treatment. Unlike antidepressant medications, TMS does not cause systemic side effects such as weight gain, nausea, or fatigue. Additionally, because TMS does not involve surgery, there is no recovery time, and patients can immediately return to their everyday routines.

TMS offers a range of benefits for patients, especially those who have not responded to medications or traditional therapies:

• Non-invasive with no recovery time
• Nonpharmacological treatment for major depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, and addiction; effective in treating conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, post concussive syndrome, tinnitus, autism, stroke, cognitive decline, and chronic pain syndromes
• Minimal side effects compared to medications
• Painless procedure
• Long-term symptom relief in many patients

To determine if Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is right for you, schedule a consultation with the expert team at California Neurosurgical Institute. We’re here to help you explore the latest treatment options for your mental health and neurological needs.