About Us
Nona TMS opened in November 2024 after our founder, Dr. Sylvia Johnson MD, recognized a need for more innovative treatments to offer to the Lake Nona community. At Nona TMS you will find a personalized touch to our delivery of treatment. We care about each of our patients and will be with you every step of the way to support you in your TMS journey. We have the newest technology to provide you quick and comfortable TMS treatment. Give us a call today to learn more about how we can help you.
TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a noninvasive brain stimulation technique. It is primarily used for treating Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
In depressed patients, the electrical activity in certain areas of the brain is shown to be reduced. TMS targeted in these areas, reawakens these cells, increasing brain activity to appropriate levels.
TMS is typically prescribed when antidepressants have failed, or the side effects are intolerable. Antidepressants are systemic, which means that the medication is absorbed into the blood stream. This can cause numerous side effects. TMS is a noninvasive, outpatient procedure with no systemic side effects.
Different Types of TMS
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS):
• Most used form.
• Repetitive magnetic pulses via a figure-8-shaped coil.
• Stimulates underactive neurons and modulates brain activity.
Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS):
• Newer, faster form using theta burst pattern.
• Short bursts of high-frequency pulses.
• Promising for depression, OCD, and chronic pain.
• Some studies suggest TBS may be more effective than traditional rTMS.
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