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MeRT, or Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy, is an emerging treatment protocol that uses the combined technologies of rTMS (Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation), qEEG (Quantitative Electroencephalogram, and EKG (Electrocardiogram) to tailor treatment protocols to each patient’s unique brain wave patterns.

MeRT is non-surgical, non-invasive, painless, and completely drug-free. We use gentle magnetic waves to reprogram dysfunctional electrical signals in the brain. This, in turn, can modify behavior and restore function.

How is MeRT℠ different from rTMS?

Unlike standard rTMS therapy, which delivers stimulation to one location at a fixed frequency for all patients, the MeRT approach individualizes the treatment frequency and location based on each patient’s Quantitative EEG and EKG, resulting in a customized MeRT protocol.

What takes place during a typical MeRT℠ session?

Cortical MeRT treatment delivers magnetic pulses to precisely targeted areas of the brain.

A typical appointment of MeRT consists of 30 trains of non-invasive electromagnetic stimulation delivered for 6 seconds each with 54 seconds of rest period between trains to a specific location on the head. The session lasts approximately 45 minutes.

What benefits may result from MeRT℠?

Functional recovery is the primary objective of the treatment. Each patient is unique, and so are their results.

Expected benefits of functional recovery include:

Better sleep
Increased sleep duration
Reduction of stress symptoms
Reduction of pain
Increased concentration and focus
Improvement in mood
Increased attention span
Increased sociability
Increased motivation
Improvement in clarity of thought
Decreased cravings (e.g., drugs and alcohol)
Increased emotional stability
Increased ability to adapt to change
Improved self-confidence and self-esteem
In Autism, emotion regulation, speech development, concentration, and awareness improve.

What are the side effects of MeRT℠?

From our current data using the MeRT approach, side effects are few and generally mild. The most commonly reported side effect is a mild tension headache at the stimulation site, lasting 1-2 hours and responding well to over-the-counter analgesics.

Other possible side effects are hyperactivity, increased agitation, or euphoria. With brain stimulation, there is also a risk of seizures; however, the risk is minimal (1 person in 100,000) with MeRT.

At the Brain Treatment Center, we have safety protocols in place for patients with epileptic activity.

How soon after I start MeRT℠ should I expect to see a response?

Every individual’s response to treatment is different. We offer an assessment period of two weeks with a baseline and post qEEG to determine the patient’s response. Some patients have noted changes even after a few sessions.

How long will the effects of MeRT℠ last?

Results can vary per individual. In general, we have found that the effects of MeRT can last anywhere from 8-12 months if the patient has done a minimum of 20 sessions.

Why is my protocol different from other patients?

Absolute and relative contraindications for cortical MeRT℠ treatment: