Depression that refuses to yield to conventional therapies makes the search for relief feel interminable.
You have been taking meds and undergoing treatment. Yet the symptoms remain. It is a daily fight, and weeks of waiting for outcomes may seem to be intolerable.
What if improvement could arrive in five days?
Accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is precisely that – a quicker road to remission.

What Makes Accelerated TMS Different?

Standard TMS therapy follows a methodical schedule:

• One session daily
• Five days weekly
• It can go on for six weeks

That’s 30 sessions spread across more than a month of your life. Six weeks of getting transportation, work, and childcare arranged.

Accelerated TMS compresses this timeline:

• 10 treatment sessions daily for five consecutive days
• 50 total sessions completed in one intensive week
• The magnetic pulses are directed to the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex
• Non-invasive delivery without anesthesia

Instead of separating stimulation by weeks, accelerated protocols provide condensed pulses that stimulate regions of the brain that are not active.
Consider it intensive treatment that helps you return to your life sooner.

The Science Behind It

Depression is associated with decreased activity in certain parts of the brain especially the left DLPFC.
TMS produces electromagnetic pulses such as those used in MRI, which in this case activate the inactive neurotransmitters.
What sets the accelerated protocol apart:

• Multiple daily sessions create stronger neural pathway formation
• Shorter intervals maintain elevated brain activity
• Concentrated stimulation produces faster neuroplastic changes

Research shows trials achieving 79-90.5% remission rates by day five.

Who Benefits Most?

Accelerated TMS serves those for whom conventional approaches have fallen short. Maybe you’ve cycled through multiple medications with disappointing results:

• Antidepressants produce inadequate response or intolerable side effects
• Geographic constraints make six weeks of appointments impractical
• Treatment-resistant depression persists despite medication trials
• Business or family commitments leave little time for long treatment regimens

When you have to take one week off work, it is possible to attend a treatment center 2 hours away, whereas it is hard to organize two months of appointments every single day.

Treatment Process

Each day involves multiple brief sessions with breaks. You’re not stuck in a chair all day – there’s time between sessions.
During each session:

• You remain conscious, and you’re also alert
• Treatment lasts ten minutes
• You can read, listen to music or you can rest
• Most experience mild sensations, like gentle tapping

Common side effects are very minimal:

• Temporary fatigue that typically fades by evening
• Mild headaches that respond well to over-the-counter medication
• Slight scalp discomfort at the stimulation site

TMS produces no systemic side effects.
There’s:

• No weight gain
• No sexual dysfunction
• No cognitive dulling

Your body chemistry stays intact.

Beyond Depression

While FDA approval covers major depressive disorder, research supports TMS efficacy for other conditions.dStudies show promising results for anxious symptoms that occur alongside depression.

Related – Understanding the Connection Between PTSD and Depression

Next Steps

Depression doesn’t have to define your life for months. Accelerated TMS offers a scientifically backed alternative, achieving remission rates comparable to traditional approaches.
At Eterne Wellness in Las Vegas, personalized treatment plans ensure your protocol addresses your specific patterns.

Explore whether Accelerated TMS is right for you. Schedule a consultation with Eterne Wellness to discuss your treatment history and recovery goals.

FAQs

Does insurance cover Accelerated TMS?

Currently, accelerated protocols are not covered by most insurance plans, whereas standard TMS often is.

How long do results last?

Follow-up studies show maintained remission at six months. Some individuals require maintenance sessions.

Can I work during the five days?

The schedule requires full-day availability. Most cannot maintain regular work obligations during treatment.

What if it doesn’t work?

If remission isn’t achieved, you’ll have clarity about TMS efficacy and can explore alternative treatments.