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TMS or ECT treatments: Did they work for you?
TMS and ECT treatments are very reputable and often used these days by top notch Psychiatrists. I’m wondering if anyone has had either one recently, and did you have it for depression, or another condition? How did they work for you?
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I did TMS for 3 months and I did see improvements but the problem was it didn't last and that seems to be the problem with TMS.
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I have thought about it, but am afraid it would increase my chronic headaches....
Has anyone had TMS treatment for depression and/or anxiety?If so, what results did you experience? What side effects did you have?
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2 ReactionsI use an Alpha Stim and started recently with neurofeedback. I love my Alpha Stim, bought it for anxiety and insomnia.
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1 ReactionI tried TMS two years ago and it did not work. I believe it might work for depression but not anxiety. I have ocd, anxiety and depression. I was very disappointed but not everyone has the same result. I think the only thing you can do is try it.
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1 ReactionI am 3 sessions short of my 36 sessions. I have gotten no relief at all. Disappointed and frustrated. They want me to do 10 more sessions. I don’t think I want to continue. Feeling tired was my only side effect.
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Are you on any other medication.? How does it work for your anxiety and insomnia. Do you use it every day. I tried TMS and it didn’t work. I’m curious about Alpha Stim.
@malebreastcancer47 also very interested in your experiences. I am wondering if you have headaches, migraines, or any type of pain condition that you may have noticed it helped.
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Mayo oncology recommended getting a therapist since I was prone to quitting cancer treatment. I was fortunate to find a therapist that prescribes the Alpha Stim, and also uses it daily, with his wife and kids. Its not covered under my insurance so I paid out of pocket, $850.
I started using it once a week or as needed but last several months, use it daily, 1-2 per day.
My other med is for type 2 diabetes, weight loss and breast cancer treatment. I have never taken med for anxiety, or depression.
Along with Alpha Stim, I also drink chamomile tea (non tea bag) at night. During the day, drink green tea with caffeine vs coffee.