Ultrasound therapy may reduce psychiatric symptoms

A study conducted at the University of Texas in the US has revealed that low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) therapy provides improvements in mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In the study conducted by Dell Medical School, 29 volunteer participants received short-term ultrasound treatment every day for three weeks. The MRI-guided applications targeted the 'left amygdala', which plays a role in processing emotions. Following the treatment process, participants were observed to have decreased symptoms of depression, anxiety and PTSD.

"This technique can precisely alter activity in deep brain structures without the need for neurosurgery or medication," said lead author Dr. Gregory Fonzo. "It's remarkable that participants showed significant improvements in their mood with just three weeks of daily treatment."

This method, which directly targets the amygdala, is considered an alternative option for patients who do not respond to traditional psychiatric interventions. The fact that no serious side effects were observed during the treatment process is seen as a sign of the safety of the method. (DHA) This content was published by Metin Yamaner