Posted by Pfinstegg on August 5, 2004, at 17:05:23
In reply to Re: rTMS solves all my problems but..., posted by Viszla on August 5, 2004, at 12:48:49
I think the test the technician mentioned is a Spect scan, which measures patterns of cerebral blood flow. Successful TMS increases blood flow in the left frontal cortex. Diminished blood flow in that region is a hallmark of depression.
Dr. Hutto used to do all those tests, but doesn't now unless he finds a special indication to do so. He gives an initial one-hour interview, which costs, I think $200-250, and which insurance pays for usually. When I was there, a year and a half ago, he gave one treatment daily, and told me to expect to have 15. It may be tht he gives two a day now- that would be worth asking about. On my three follow-up visits, I've had two a day for three days. Each time, the depression has disappeared completely after 2-4 sessions. When you go for two or three weeks of treatment, you would see Dr. hutto once a week- again usually paid for by insurance.
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