Receiving proper, effective care for your mental health can feel like an uphill battle. Many of the treatments currently available come with significant side effects and risks, and finding the right treatment for you can be a long game of trial and error. For those who have experienced these issues, Apollo TMS Therapy may be your solution.
This innovative treatment has fewer side effects than other depression treatments and offers clinically proven results that last. Apollo TMS Therapy is FDA-approved to treat major depressive disorder (MDD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and anxiety with depression. People considering Apollo for their mental health may be wondering, “Do Apollo treatments hurt?” The dedicated team at The Holiner Psychiatric Group is here to help you decide if TMS therapy is right for you.
Because some medical treatments can be painful, patients may wonder if Apollo TMS treatments hurt. Fortunately, you should not feel any significant pain during your treatment sessions. This innovative, non-invasive technology uses painless magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in regions of the brain involved in mood control.
While you should not feel pain, you may experience some mild discomfort on your scalp where the coils are placed. This sensation usually subsides quickly and decreases as you continue sessions.
Many mental health treatments come with a long list of potential side effects, making it hard to balance your mental and physical health. Luckily, Apollo TMS therapy has fewer side effects than alternative therapies. You should not experience any side effects regarding your weight, energy level, or physical wellness. There is also no link between Apollo and changes in sleep, memory, or concentration.
Potential side effects after treatments include:
These symptoms are typically mild and temporary.
Some people worry that Apollo treatments will cause seizures. The risk of having a seizure from TMS is very low. This risk becomes even lower for those who have never experienced a seizure before. Be sure to discuss your full medical history, including any drug or alcohol use, so we can ensure your safety during treatments.
One important thing to be aware of before starting TMS therapy is that these treatments are not suited for people who have implanted devices in their bodies, such as cochlear implants, a pacemaker, or aneurysm clips. Because TMS uses magnetic waves, these devices could move within the body and cause serious damage.
Your Apollo TMS session will be done in our outpatient office. One of our team members will guide you to a private room, and you will be seated comfortably in a spa chair. Magnetic coils will then be positioned lightly against your scalp.
For about 30 minutes, you can sit back and relax while the pulses are administered. You will be awake for the duration of the session. Since no anesthesia or sedation is required, you will be able to return to regular daily activities immediately after your session, including being able to drive yourself home. Apollo TMS Therapy is administered five days a week for about four to six weeks.
Apollo TMS therapy has helped thousands of people struggling with depression and other mental health disorders regain their sense of mental well-being. Many patients ask us, “Do Apollo treatments hurt?”. Fortunately, you do not need to worry about pain, as TMS is a safe and effective treatment that has very few risks and side effects compared to other mental health treatments. Schedule a consultation with our dedicated team today to begin your journey toward wellness.