10/21/2026
💡 WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Do you have to be asleep for TMS?
Here’s a fact you might not know: transcranial magnetic stimulation is typically performed while you’re awake.
During treatment, a coil positioned against the scalp delivers magnetic pulses to targeted areas of the brain. General anesthesia isn’t necessarg. Some people experience mild discomfort around the treatment site, which may lessen as treatment continues.
VEN Whole Healthcare offers NeuroStar TMS for depression. NeuroStar is also indicated as an adjunctive treatment for OCD in adults, meaning it is intended to be used alongside other treatment.
TMS has potential risks as well as benefits. A qualified provider can explain these and help determine whether treatment may be appropriate for an individual.