TMS Provider
Dr Bains is the Authority on TMS Therapy in the state of Missouri. Dr Bains has been among the pioneers in bringing TMS therapy to the state of Missouri, he has been providing TMS THERAPY since 2012. He is the most experienced TMS provider in the state of Missouri, he has done more than 5000 treatments, with the best remission rate, he has treated the most difficult cases which others have refused. Patients from Kansas City to St. Louis come to Dr Bains despite having TMS Therapy available in their cities. Several patients from Texas and Kentucky fly to see Dr. Bains for treatment. Since 2012 Dr Bains was the only provider of TMS THERAPY in Springfield. Always check for the experience of a provider before you agree for treatment. Experience of the provider does matter to get the best results.
A NEUROSTAR® TMS TREATMENT SESSION
– a simple outpatient treatment lasting 20 minutes
– no downtime required
– no shock delivered and no seizure induced
– no medications needed
– no systemic side effects, no memory loss
Say “NO’ to Depression, “YES” to TMS
Walk-In or Phone Consultations Welcome
Your TMS Treatment Plan
Initial Assessment
We take time to conduct a thorough assessment of your symptoms and history so that we can tailor an a treatment plan that is unique to you and promotes an optimal outcome.
Friendly Support
The team at TMS Institute of America ensures that every patient feels comfortable and valued every time they walk through one of our doors. You are never just another patient at TMS Institute.
Initial Assessment
We take time to conduct a thorough assessment of your symptoms and history so that we can tailor an a treatment plan that is unique to you and promotes an optimal outcome.
Friendly Support
The team at TMS Institute of America ensures that every patient feels comfortable and valued every time they walk through one of our doors. You are never just another patient at TMS Institute.
Treatment Overview
A TMS Therapy treatment session is a short outpatient procedure that lasts approximately 20 minutes when performed for depression treatment. During the treatment, you will relax in a reclining treatment chair that resembles that of a dental chair. A Certified TMS Therapy Specialist, under the care and supervision of the physician, will be with you in the room during your treatment session and can answer any questions you may have. After the treatment, you can immediately return to your normal routine, including driving.
TMS DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- ANESTHESIA
- INSERTION OF ANY NEEDLES AND OR NEED FOR AND IV
- ANY TYPE OF SHOCK DELIVERY (as with ECT)
- MEDICATIONS OF ANY KIND
- HOSPITALIZATION (TMS is done in a doctors office or clinic)
TMS Therapy Consultation
During your consultation visit (your first visit to the Institute) you will meet one-on-one with a TMS Specialist who will answer any questions you may have about TMS. They will share with you exactly what TMS therapy is, how it works to relieve your symptoms, and what to expect during your course of treatment. The TMS Specialist will provide you with an informational packet that includes real patients testimonials, and other informational pieces for you to take with you. We can also check your insurance benefits during this time so that you can make a well-informed decision before moving forward with TMS therapy.
Physician Initial Evaluation
During your Physician Initial Evaluation the physician will conduct a thorough evaluation of your health history, symptoms, and current and past medications. He/she will also discuss whether or not TMS is right for you and the necessary TMS therapy protocol that is best suited for your diagnosis and symptoms.
Many patients come to us because they do not have a Psychiatrist and are being treated for their depression by their primary care or family physician. Health insurance requires patients to be evaluated by a Psychiatrist, and the order for TMS therapy must come from a Psychiatrist. Because of this, it is necessary for patients to be properly evaluated to determine if TMS therapy is a viable treatment option.
TMS Mapping Session
The mapping session takes place on your first TMS therapy visit. During this time the physician will map (locate) the area of the brain to be treated and determine your motor threshold (minimal strength or intensity required to invoke stimulation of the targeted neurons). The motor threshold is different for each patient. This area depends on your diagnosis. Many patients are treated for more than one diagnosis or symptom, such as major depression and severe anxiety. Under these circumstances the physician may map two areas of the brain to be treated (the left and right dorsolateral prefrontal cortex). The mapping session may last up to 1-hour. Often time’s patients are seen by the Psychiatrist for their initial evaluation and mapped on the same day. When this occurs, patients should plan a visit up to 1-1/2 hours. Mappients are typically conducted on a Saturday or Monday evening; however, we can perform mappings during the week if necessary.
After Your Treatment
It is important to understand that TMS therapy is not a permanent cure for depression or the symptoms arising from depression. While many patients do experience significant improvement or complete remission, it is common for your symptoms to gradually re-appear after a period of time. This time differs for each patient, but is typically 6 months to 2 years depending on the severity of your depression.
TMS therapy maintenance treatments are necessary to attend in order to continue to enjoy the benefits of TMS. We will make every attempt to follow-up with you after the completion of your TMS. We encourage you to call us if your symptoms start to re-appear. Maintenance TMS treatments along with your antidepressant medication(s) will significantly reduce the severity of any reoccurring symptoms. Most psychiatrists will begin to adjust your medications as TMS treatments begin to work. However, most physicians will not completely discontinue all of your medications because it may increase the chance of depression symptoms returning.