Having received specialist training at both Harvard University and Duke University, in addition to manufacture training on our chosen device (MagVenture MagProTM), Neuromed Clinic was established as Edmonton’s (Alberta, Canada) first TMS service in 2017.
(r)TMS is (repetitive) Trans-cranial Magnetic Stimulation. It's mostly used for treatment-resistant depression and anxiety, however there are many other conditions which TMS could also help. TMS is also non-invasive, pain free and side-effect free.
What is TMS Used For?
On top of depression and anxiety, TMS can also help relieve symptoms of several other psychiatric and neurological conditions such as: addiction, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, post-natal depression, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, migraines, MS, Parkinson's and schizophrenia. It can also help relieve insomnia and tinnitus.
How Much Does it Cost?
A typical TMS session is $100 - $150, with each treatment requiring 20 - 30 treatments over the course of 2 or 3 weeks (10 to 15 business days). The total ranges from $3000-$3500 depending on what condition is being treated. Because we are a private clinic, that means there are no wait times to get in, and treatment can be condensed to 2 or 3 weeks instead of 6. Some major insurance companies such as Sunlife, Great West Life (now Canada Life) and AB Blue Cross will sometimes cover a portion (or all) on a case-by-case basis. We also have financing available through Medicard with payment plans from 6 months to 6 years, making it affordable for all budgets.
How Long is a Session?
Individual session times may vary, however the average time is only 10 minutes. A treatment regimen can be anywhere from 2 - 3 weeks, but 2 is more typical. There is also no recovery time with the patient being able to drive themselves home immediately after the treatment session.
TMS is also approved by Health Canada (2005), Food and Drug Association (2008) as well as the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE, 2015).
