TMS treatment for Panic Disorder
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is an innovative approach to treating Panic Disorder.Smart TMS offers an innovative approach to treating Panic Disorder by utilising Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive technique targeting specific brain circuits associated with the condition.
What is panic disorder?
Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterised by sudden attacks of panic or fear. While anxiety is a common experience for all of us, individuals with panic disorder often have feelings of anxiety, stress and panic regularly and at any time, for no apparent reason. The main symptom of panic disorder is the occurrence of unexpected panic attacks, which are sudden periods of intense fear that may include palpitations, sweating, shaking, shortness of breath, numbness, or a feeling that something terrible is going to happen. Panic attacks usually last between 5 and 20 minutes, but some have been reported to last up to an hour.
What causes panic disorder?
An exact cause of panic disorder is not fully understood. However, researchers have found a combination of several factors that cause panic disorder, such as genetics, stressful/traumatic events, temperament, and brain function.
How does rTMS treat panic disorder?
Some research has found that rTMS may be an effective method of treating panic disorder. Studies have found an association between panic symptoms and increased activity in the right frontal region of the brain. Low frequency rTMS can reduce this increased activity and restore the balance between the left and right sides of the brain, which may help reduce anxiety levels and help manage the of panic attacks. However, more research is needed to fully confirm the effectiveness of rTMS for the specific treatment of panic disorder.
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Depression & anxiety treatment prices
At Smart TMS, we recognise that a large percentage of our patients suffer from depression and anxiety alongside one another. For this reason, we treat these two conditions together within the same session.
TMS treatment for depression and anxiety is split into two courses. After 15 sessions, the results of the treatment are very apparent for most patients.
| London | Other Locations | |
| Initial course (15 sessions) | £3,750 | £3,300 |
| Second course (15 sessions) | £3,750 | £3,300 |
| Total price (Including assessment) | £7,850 | £6,950 |
Continuous Care
Dr Neal and his team understand the need to help our patients stay well beyond the end of their TMS treatment. Using research and our own experience, we have designed aftercare packages to provide ongoing care with a planned programme of regular top-up treatments.
Have you had TMS treatment for depression at another clinic? Smart TMS can offer you maintenance therapy, too!
What our Patients Say
I didn’t know that I had borderline personality until later in my life and didn’t think that I would ever change but my depression and low mood has gone and I can think about what I do before I do it too.
Mr N
My childhood trauma caused my BPD but I found talking therapies difficult and I felt an urge to spend lots of money to make me feel better. Although I still feel low sometimes it isn’t anywhere near as bad as before I had TMS and I get out of my low mood much quicker than before.
Miss C
I felt like BPD had a big stigma attached and I was worried about my colleagues finding out about my diagnosis. While I could only see situations in black and white before, I’m now more able to see all of the shades of grey in between and handle situations much more calmly.
Mr I