The human brain contains approximately 100 billion neurons. Through electrical oscillations or brain waves, the neurons control how the brain functions. Whenever there are forces, either internal or external, that disrupt normal brain wave activity, dysfunction can occur and manifest itself in several ways, including:
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- Trauma to the head such as a concussion
- Emotional trauma or high amounts of chronic or acute stress, PTSD
- Major Depression Disorder
- Illness or disease such as stroke and Parkinson’s Disease
- Drug or alcohol addiction
- Learning disorders
- Developmental disorders such as autism, ADD, ADHD
- Dementia
- Multiple sports injuries (such as head hits)
- Anxiety
- Sleeping disorders
- Congenital issues
- Trauma to the head such as a concussion
Disorders like these can cause brain dysfunction, which can range from mild to severe. Some people can still function in their daily activities. Others, however, are so debilitated that they have no quality of life.
In essence, the Brain Treatment Center in Newport Beach can identify exactly where the brain waves are not communicating properly. As a result, MeRT technology can reshape the activity in the brain, regardless of what caused the dysfunction.
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What is MeRT?
MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy) is a cutting-edge treatment protocol using the combined technologies of rTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), qEEG (Quantitative Electroencephalogram), and EKG (Electrocardiogram) to build treatment protocols tailored to a person’s unique brain wave patterns.
Specifically, MeRT includes a proprietary brain wave analysis to identify the exact areas in the brain that are not functioning properly or communicating how they should be. Our physicians then use this information to develop a personalized and targeted approach designed to restore healthy brain communication. Then, this therapy gently stimulates these specific locations in the brain, which can lead to improved function.
MeRT is non-surgical, non-invasive, and non-pharmaceutical.
“Everyone has a unique frequency…”
“What we’ve learned is that everyone has a unique frequency or unique signature. All of us, during our waking hours, have an alpha frequency where our brain most comfortably operates. It’s basically a cycle rate where we’re all somewhere between eight and 13 Hertz. And you might be, for example, an 11.4 Hertz brain. I might be an 8.9 Hertz brain. And somebody else may be a 10.3 Hertz brain. It’s just kind of where we’re born. But when we get these brain images, whether it’s through the physical trauma of a blast injury, or the chemical trauma of years of drug use, or the emotional trauma of seeing a loved one pass away, we may find areas of the brain that are not cycling at the same rate as the rest of our cortex. …
“EEGs (electrical pictures of the brain) can tell us when there are abnormalities in neural networks.… We can look at these signals and find areas that are abnormal, [then we] use this FDA cleared technology, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, to navigate to the area that’s not working properly and try to stimulate it and remind it that it wants to fire at a certain frequency and a certain rate.”
– Dr. Erik Won, President of Wave Neuroscience, from his appearance on the Broken Brain podcast
“We can visualize these EEG disruptions.”
“MeRT is a variant of transcranial magnetic stimulation. This is where we are generating a magnetic field that we know penetrates a couple of centimeters into the cortex, the outermost layer of the brain, and has a lot of different settings to it as far as how fast we can treat, the power, and the dosage.
“As an overview, we’re talking about the speed of this oscillation, how some neurons might be slower, and some might be a little bit faster. We can visualize these EEG disruptions. This is a series of different types of cases:
“[These are] the frontal, central, and posterior portions of the brain. And we can count how many brain waves there are per second. What we expect to find is this brain clock, this radio frequency in the brain that helps us conduct information is the same in the back as we see in the central and frontal regions: There’s one peak and it lines up and it’s the same speed.
“What we might find with a patient coming into our clinics with concussion where they have in the front of the brain a slower frequency downstream of the injury. So they’re taking information in but they’re not able to keep up with it. We also see that in addiction. When we look at autism, we might find that this rhythm is disrupted everywhere in the brain.
“Our goal is to take that EEG and to specifically guide therapy settings to be individualized to that person’s brainwave activity.”
– Alex Ring, Director of Applied Sciences at Wave Neuroscience, speaking at the Autism One Conference
How MeRT Works
The Four Steps to MeRT
Evaluation
Before starting any treatment, we first perform a qEEG and an EKG. We use these diagnostic tests to determine brain frequencies and brain-heart coherence.
Analysis and Treatment Protocol
After testing, we use a scientific and patented approach with the data gathered. We then develop a tailored treatment plan for each individual with the goal of restoring function and brain communication.
MeRT Treatment
Once your treatment protocols are in place, you will come for daily treatment, five days per week. While you’re comfortably seated, a trained neuro-technician will apply a magnetic coil to a designated location on your head. This device produces a low-intensity magnetic field to induce mild electrical signals in the brain’s targeted areas. However, you will feel no pain — just a mild sensation. Daily treatment duration is typically 30 minutes, with the magnetic stimulation occurring for six to eight seconds every minute. We will ask you to close your eyes during the six-to-eight-second treatment period.
Progress Evaluation
After each two-week treatment period, we will perform a qEEG and EKG to monitor progress and update your protocol. Further, to achieve optimal success and durability from MeRT, we recommend six to eight weeks of treatment.
It is important to note that results are based on strict compliance with our treatment regimens. Moreover, results may vary based on the individual patient and are not guaranteed. Currently, rTMS is FDA cleared for the treatment of Major Depression Disorder and OCD. However, treatment for all other conditions is currently considered “off label.”
Numerous studies have shown the effectiveness of MeRT treatment on various conditions and research is ongoing.
Common Benefits of MeRT Can Include:
- Improved sleep
- Relaxation and better mood
- Improved memory
- Better able to concentrate and focus
- Improved mental clarity
- Better ability to cope with stressors
- Improved social skills
- Increased motivation
- Fewer cravings (such as drugs or alcohol)
- Better ability to adapt to change
- Less anxiety
- Improved ability to interact with others
- Increased confidence
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It’s normal for patients and their families affected by brain disorders to feel alone, frustrated, and hopeless. However, we know that there is hope. That’s because MeRT is a treatment protocol that has helped patients restore their brain function, reclaim their lives, and get a whole new lease on life.
We understand what you are going through. Our goal is to help guide you through the process so that you can make an informed decision about whether MeRT is the right treatment for you or your child.
Many of our clinicians and technicians have, in fact, gone through MeRT treatment and have experienced incredible results firsthand. As a result, they are passionate about helping you to heal, too.
To that end, our New Patient Coordinator is available to answer your questions about MeRT. During your free, no-obligation consultation, she’ll take the time to listen to your concerns and put your mind at ease. She can also help get you scheduled with the clinic should you decide to move forward with treatment.
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