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What to Expect During a Spravato Treatment Session

If you’ve been exploring treatment options for depression that hasn’t responded to traditional therapies, you may have heard about Spravato®. Beginning a new treatment can bring up a lot of questions, and knowing what to expect can help ease anxiety. At Thunder Pain and Wellness, Spravato treatment sessions are designed to be calm, structured, and supported by a dedicated care team every step of the way.


Why Simple Pain Relievers Don’t Work for Chronic Pain -- FAQs with Dr. T

Why doesn’t chronic pain improve with simple pain relievers? In this video, Dr. Thunder explains how chronic pain differs from acute pain and why emotional, cognitive, and lifestyle factors play a major role. Chronic pain involves multiple brain regions — including those related to stress, anxiety, and future concerns — making whole-person, integrative care essential.


Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: Myths vs. Facts

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has become an increasingly popular treatment for individuals struggling with depression and other mental health conditions. However, like many medical innovations, it’s surrounded by misinformation and misconceptions. At Thunder Pain and Wellness, we’re here to help separate the myths from the facts about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) so you can make informed decisions about your mental health care.


Who Is a Good Candidate for TMS Therapy?

Living with depression or other mental health conditions can feel overwhelming - especially when traditional treatments haven’t provided the relief you hoped for. For many individuals, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has emerged as a safe, effective, and non-invasive option. But how do you know if TMS therapy is right for you?


Manual Physical Therapy with Cathy Bodner: What Makes It Special

At Thunder Pain and Wellness, we’re committed to continually elevating the level of care we provide. Cathy Bodner, a highly respected and experienced physical therapist, exemplifies that commitment through her exceptional skill, compassion, and dedication.


Compassionate Care with Erica Mora: How She Supports Our SPRAVATO® Patients

At Thunder Pain and Wellness, we believe that effective treatment is about more than medicine. It’s about providing compassionate, personalized care that helps patients feel supported on their journey to better mental health.


Ketamine vs. Traditional Antidepressants: What Reno Patients Should Know

Depression is more than just a passing phase of sadness or fatigue. It’s a complex, often debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of individuals every year.


Ketamine Clinics Near Me: Finding the Best Ketamine Treatment in Reno

If you're exploring new options for managing depression, anxiety, PTSD, or chronic pain, you may have come across ketamine therapy. At Thunder Pain and Wellness in Reno, we specialize in IV Ketamine Infusion Therapy, offering a safe, clinically backed solution for patients seeking real and lasting improvement.


Ketamine Infusion Therapy in Reno, NV: What to Expect During Your First Session

If you’ve been living with chronic pain, depression, or anxiety that hasn’t responded to conventional treatments, you’re not alone. At Thunder Pain and Wellness in Reno, NV, we offer advanced and evidence based therapies designed to support your journey to wellness. One such innovative option is Ketamine Infusion Therapy, a safe and fast acting treatment that is helping patients across the country experience significant improvements in their symptoms.


What Is the Duration of TMS Treatment, and How Many Sessions Are Typically Needed for Depression?

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. It’s primarily used to treat depression in individuals who have not found relief through medication or therapy alone. One of the most common questions we receive at Thunder Pain and Wellness is: How long does TMS treatment take, and how many sessions are needed to see results?