We see children as young as 3 years old.
MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy) combines technologies of rTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), an FDA cleared therapy; qEEG (Quantitative Electroencephalogram), and EKG (Electrocardiogram). This combination builds a customized treatment protocol based on each person’s unique brain waves.
MeRT protocols, start with a qEEG. Each person’s EEG and EKG are analyzed to ascertain the brain’s current pattern of function, using Alpha wave activity as the marker, and to target treatment goals. Research has shown that synchronized and maximized Alpha waves allow the brain to function in a healthier state.
The information gathered in an individual’s qEEG is used to develop a personalized TMS treatment protocol for each patient, aimed at restoring the brain to an optimal level leading to significant improvements in cognition, mood, sleep, anxiety relief, and more.
MeRT addresses different mental health conditions such as PTSD, Autism, TBI (traumatic brain injury), depression, and others. MeRT is a definite option for people who have failed multiple medications and therapy, and would like to simplify medication regimes or just wish to feel better.
Of note, MeRT has been shown to significantly improve symptoms of Autism. Research has documented that many children and adults with autism have little or disorganized Alpha wave activity in their brains. Mert has been shown to optimize Alpha wave activity in the brain. When this occurs in someone with Autism, they can see improvements in eye contact, connection to others, ability to focus and concentrate, speech, ability to understand and follow directions, ability to tolerate complicated environments.
We focus on all 4 of the main brain waves: Delta, Theta, Alpha, Beta
Delta: 1-4 Hz – Deep Sleep
Theta: 4-8 Hz – Light Sleep
Alpha: 8-13 Hz- Awake with eyes closed
Beta: 13-29 Hz – Awake with eyes open
Research has shown that synchronization and maximizing wave activity in the brain optimizes brain function.
Our approach draws on the knowledge that each individual possesses a distinct frequency or unique brain signature. During our waking hours, we all operate within an Alpha frequency range, typically between eight and thirteen Hertz, where our brains feel most comfortable. For instance, one person’s brain may have a frequency of 8.7 Hertz, while another’s might be 12.6 Hertz, and yet another’s could be 11.2 Hertz. This frequency is inherent to us, a trait we’re born with.
During our waking hours, when we are in a calm and relaxed state, we are operating within the Alpha Frequency Range, between 8 – 13 Hz. Since each individual has a frequency that is more natural to them, what matters most is that the brain is synchronized to that person’s inherent Alpha Frequency.
Using EEGs (electrical pictures of the brain) we can identify regions in the brain that don’t synchronize with the rest of the cortex due to Autism, depression, traumatic brain injury or aging, to name a few.
EEG imaging detects abnormalities in the brain circuitry. By analyzing these circuits, we pinpoint areas that are not functioning properly. To address these issues, we employ FDA-cleared Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) technology. TMS helps us to focus on the problematic area and provide a stimulus, reminding the neural architecture to fire at the appropriate frequency and rate.
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