Accelerated TMS: A Revolutionary 5-Day Treatment Plan to Overcome Depression and Feel Better, Faster
A Game-Changing Innovation for Rapid Relief of Severe Depression Without Traditional Meds
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At Texas Mind Science, we know how tough it can be when traditional treatments for depression don’t seem to help. It’s frustrating, disheartening, and can leave you feeling stuck. That’s why we’re here—to offer a different path forward with Accelerated TMS, a treatment designed to bring hope, especially for those facing treatment-resistant depression.
Unlike standard TMS, which typically requires 36 sessions over six weeks, our **Accelerated TMS protocol** is condensed into just 10 short sessions per day over 5 days. This approach is perfect for those who need quicker results or who live far from a TMS center. We understand that time and accessibility matter, and we’re here to make this process as effective and convenient as possible.
Our protocol is inspired by the SAINT™ Protocol, developed at Stanford University and published in the _American Journal of Psychiatry_. Their research showed incredible results—over 78% of participants were no longer clinically depressed after just 5 days. While we don’t use the exact same hardware or software as the original SAINT™ study, our accelerated approach is built on similar principles, offering a safe and effective way to achieve meaningful results without cognitive side effects.
If you’ve been searching for a new way forward, we’re here to help. Let’s take this step together.
How Does TMS Work?
TMS therapy is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic pulses—similar to those of an MRI machine—to stimulate underactive parts of the brain in people suffering from depression, helping them feel better, faster.
It is pharmaceutical-free and performed at our offices in Flower Mound, Southlake, and Richardson by clinical specialists. As of 2021, TMS therapy is an FDA-approved alternative treatment for Major Depressive Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and smoking cessation. However, we’ve also had fantastic success for individuals dealing with anxiety, insomnia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, adult ADHD, chronic pain, and even memory impairment.
History Of Accelerated TMS
Accelerated TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment designed to address mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
This innovative approach offers a new 5-day treatment schedule, providing an alternative to the traditional weeks-long TMS course.
This approach was most recently popularized at Stanford University, where researchers developed the SAINT™ protocol (Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy™), which involved 9-minute sessions, once per hour, for a total of 10 sessions per day for 5 consecutive days.
The SAINT™ protocol also used a functional connectivity MRI (“fcMRI”) in order to best place the TMS coil in order to best inhibit a deep structure of the brain called the subgenual cingulate cortex.
The results were that 90% of participants experienced remission. While the SAINT™ protocol is currently unavailable outside of clinical trials, we are able to offer Accelerated TMS, which also utilizes 10 sessions per day for 5 days. The most common side effects reported are temporary fatigue and headaches. Neuroscientists are quite encouraged by the option for faster treatments with even better results, given that standard TMS in most clinics ranges from success rates in the 50-80% range.
Is the 5-Day Accelerated TMS Program Right for You?
The 5-day Accelerated TMS program could be an excellent option in certain situations, but the best way to decide is by consulting with our team. We’ll work with you to determine if it’s the right fit for your needs.
Traditional TMS involves daily visits over a 6-week period, plus follow-up sessions, making it ideal for those who live near a treatment center. However, for individuals traveling from out of town or seeking faster results, the 5-day program offers a more practical and efficient alternative.
While the accelerated schedule is more intensive, the side effects are similar to those of standard TMS. That said, some patients and providers still prefer the traditional approach, as it allows for a more gradual and personalized treatment experience.
Pros:
- Drug Free
- Remission or significant reduction in depression can be achieved in less than a week
- Results for many are more dramatic than standard TMS schedule
- If remission isn’t achieved, the sufferer knows that TMS isn’t the right solution without an 8 week commitment and can seek other alternatives in our practice like ketamine treatment.
Cons:
- Not covered by insurance
- Cost prohibitive for some ($650 per day)
- Difficult to regulate sleep for insomnia sufferers
- Possible temporary mild headaches or fatigue
- Still considered to be experimental, meaning all side-effects have not been fully explored
*TMS treatments may not be recommended for individuals with:
- Epilepsy
- Vagus nerve stimulator
- Implanted cardioverter defibrillators
- Metal in and around your head (fillings, braces, or other types of dental implants are fine)
Call or contact us today to find out if the Accelerated TMS program is right for you, or any of our other alternate depression treatment options including standard TMS and/or our comprehensive program.
DISCLAIMER: SAINT™ is a trademark of The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University (“Stanford”) and has exclusively licensed such mark to Magnus Medical. Texas Mind Science is neither endorsed nor licensed by Stanford or Magnus Medical, nor claims to be offering the SAINT protocol as prescribed by Stanford University et. al. or Magnus Medical.
What Should I Expect During Accelerated TMS Therapy?
Our team initially determines the exact location of the DLPFC in your brain (every brain is a bit different).TMS therapy is non-surgical and does not require anesthesia sedation. During your session, you sit in a comfortable chair with the TMS equipment positioned at a specific point on your head. Most patients report a light tapping sensation on their forehead, but it is not painful. We are with you during every single treatment session and are always available should you have any questions or concerns. In between sessions, you are free to either lounge in our office, run errands, get some work done, or spend time with loved ones.
TMS doesn’t cause any disruptive side effects. Some patients report temporary, mild headaches after their sessions. However, you can drive yourself to and from your appointments. Other patients may experience mild facial movement during the stimulation, which ceases immediately once the treatment is over.
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