Posted by Pfinstegg on October 15, 2005, at 11:27:12
In reply to Re: TMS - where can I get it?, posted by ravenstorm on October 15, 2005, at 10:24:31
Dr. Hutto does two sessions a day, at least for maintenance; I don't know about his initial sessions, but I think the general feeling is that the total amount of electromagnetic stimulation is what counts- and that the intervals can be several hours apart. Dr. Hutto used to require an MRI and EEG, as Dr. Best still does, but now only requires a complete physical and approval of your internist.
The Canadian system of billateral stimulation is unique; everyone else I have read about does left frontal only- here in the US, but also in Europe, Irael and Australia. It is a stimulating treatment, designed to increase brain activity. The only thing it decreases is HPA overactivity, probably because of better feedback from the left hippocampal regions. Many people think the right hemisphere is overactive, and the left underactive, in depression. Like you, I am including anxiety with depression, as i know from personal experience that, with me at least, they increase and decrease together.
One thing to think about: if it helps you, it's almost always an on-going comittment, although you may need only occasional re-treatment. You might save money (on travel) in the long run if you go the the doctor nearest you. This might make Dr. Best a better choice for you. I know one person, from Chicago, who has been going to Dr. Best successfully for five years.
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