Forum Replies Created

Viewing 3 posts - 1 through 3 (of 3 total)
  • Author
    Posts
  • November 3, 2018 at 10:33 pm in reply to: TMS cause constant Anxiety? #33832

    paw_pal
    Participant

    My psychiatrist informed me that bilateral treatments are considered off label in our state and that he will not be able to accommodate right side treatments so I would suggest anyone with anxiety to check whether right side treatment is an option before committing. I don’t know what I’m going to do now since I haven’t been able to tolerate medications.

    October 30, 2018 at 10:21 pm in reply to: TMS cause constant Anxiety? #33822

    paw_pal
    Participant

    I have had 10 left side treatments and anxiety has now become prominent. It seems to be making my arthritis pain even more pronounced, which I think has been the source of my depression. The psychiatrist recommended that I take Neurontin for the arthritis pain and that only made my depression worse. It has not helped that the weather and length of days are changing too. I’m basically sitting still to avoid any stress. My body doesn’t tolerate any medications at this point, so I have had high hopes for Neurostar but my provider has only been addressing treatment on the left side so I am encouraged to hear that bilateral treatment might address this situation. I’ve come so far and hate to quit but this seems daunting if my treatments are not addressing anxiety at the same time.

    • This reply was modified 6 years ago by  paw_pal. Reason: brain fog
    October 28, 2018 at 2:06 am in reply to: I need help with my pain during TMS. What helped you most or distracted you? #33819

    paw_pal
    Participant

    I’ve tried using an icepack on my head prior to treatment (and afterward) with mixed success. Deep breathing between pulse bursts is also useful.

  • Author
    Posts
Viewing 3 posts - 1 through 3 (of 3 total)