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Our autism treatment uses gentle magnetic waves to stimulate unused or blocked pathways in the brain.
Autism is a complex condition. It can be hard to treat since so many fall on different ranges of the spectrum.
Do you see glimpses of potential with your autistic child but don’t know how to access them?
Have you tried many other therapies only to see mixed results?
We hear frustrations like these from many parents—and we see it first hand with our patients.
Everyone wants their child to live their best life and be as happy and independent as possible. Depending on where they are on the spectrum, your child may struggle with social interactions, have trouble communicating, and show restricted and repetitive behaviors or interests.
Some people with Autism can’t deal with their own emotions or don’t understand how to express them. This can cause stimming, outbursts, and frustration for both parent and child. And that can severely affect the quality of life of all involved.
Plus, as children with ASD get older and go through puberty, their behavior may worsen. And that can mean that therapies that may have helped when they were younger aren’t as effective. MeRT® as a treatment is certainly worthy of consideration.
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With MeRT treatment, there is no pain. We only use magnetic waves for stimulation.
MeRT uses brain scans and diagnostics to tailor treatment for each person.
We use no electricity and no penetration of the head. Just magnetic waves.
MeRT does not involve the use of medications or anesthetics.
The Brain Treatment Center in Marshall offers MeRT treatment protocols to help patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy) is an advanced treatment technique that builds upon the foundations of TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) but offers a more customized approach.
While TMS has long been used to address brain dysregulation, it typically follows a standardized method that targets only one brain area with a single frequency, which may not be ideal for every patient.
In contrast, MeRT enhances TMS by incorporating a detailed quantitative EEG/EKG analysis to identify the specific areas of the brain affected and the extent of the dysregulation.
This allows for a highly individualized treatment plan, tailored to address the unique needs of each patient. And that makes MeRT a more precise and personalized alternative to traditional TMS.
Hundreds of patients on the ASD spectrum who have gone through MeRT treatment have seen some amazing results. Common benefits include:
Most therapies for Autism can help to some degree. And because MeRT optimizes brain function and communication, it also helps children gain more from their other types of therapy!
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MeRT is a highly customized version of rTMS (repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation). The science and protocols of MeRT are based on years of authoritative research published in some of the most prestigious scientific journals. Here are just some of these.
“After TMS intervention, discernible enhancements across a spectrum of scales are evident in stereotyped behavior, repetitive behavior, and verbal social domains. A comprehensive review of literature spanning the last five years demonstrates the potential of TMS treatment for ASD in ameliorating the clinical core symptoms.
“Recent findings generally indicate that TMS has positive effects on stereotypical behavior, repetitive behavior, verbal and social aspects of ASD, leading to overall improvement across all scale scores post-intervention.”
“Several rTMS trials in ASD have shown marked improvements in motor symptomatology, attention and perceptual binding.
“Conclusion: rTMS is the first therapeutic attempt at ASD aimed at correcting some of its core pathology.”
“Conclusion: This study presents evidence on the efficacy and safety of α-rTMS in improving ASD symptoms, quality of life and comorbid sleep troubles in children. However, these findings should be interpreted as preliminary pending the presentation of double-blind, randomised clinical trials.”
“TMS is a non-invasive therapeutic intervention capable of modulating evoked and induced gamma oscillations and altering maladaptive behaviors83. Recent reviews of the literature suggest that TMS is safe and effective when used in ASD.”
“The findings of this study demonstrate that high-frequency rTMS over the parietal lobe is potentially an effective strategy to improve core symptoms by enhancing long-range connectivity reorganization in ASD.”
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36282407/
“rTMS provides changes in connectivity and behavior, suggesting its potential use as a viable treatment option for ASD individuals.”
To find out if MeRT is the right choice for you or your child, begin by reaching out to our New Patient Coordinator. She can provide detailed information about the treatment, protocols, costs, and payment options.
If you decide to proceed, we will schedule your initial two appointments. The first is for a noninvasive brain scan, and the second is a consultation with the doctor to discuss the scan results and potential benefits of treatment.
For the qEEG (brain scan), we fit a cap on your head to record the brain’s electrical activity and identify any areas with irregular function. For the EKG, we place an electrode on your chest to capture the heart’s electrical signals and assess the coherence between the brain and heart.
After the qEEG/EKG, you will have a consultation with our doctor, either in person or virtually. During this meeting, we will review your test results, explain the treatment protocols, address any questions you might have, and discuss the potential benefits of treatment.
If you move forward with treatment, the first week of MeRT will entail 45 minutes each day for five days, Monday through Friday. The second week of treatment will last for four days, Monday through Thursday, followed by new testing on Friday.
Most courses of treatment with MeRT last about six weeks, with a new brain scan every two weeks to assess progress and customize treatment for the best results. Tailored treatment protocols help make MeRT even more effective than rTMS.
An episode of “The Doctors” showcased MeRT treatment for autism, highlighting its impressive outcomes. The show featured an interview with neurologist Dr. Spencer O. Miller, an expert in treating children with ASD. And a parent shared a testimonial about her child’s remarkable progress. Watch the full episode and learn more about the success of MeRT for Autism.
Here are a few quotes from this incredible story from the parents of Frankie, a child with Autism who received MeRT…
"In the third week, something happened. The family was driving around sightseeing when they realized that they were getting lost in the California desert. Mary and Frank began to argue, and right in the midst of it, the moment they had waited six years for finally came. 'I remember he said a seven-word sentence basically to the effect of "I want you two to stop fighting." And it shocked me so much that I almost stopped breathing,' Frank recounts. 'I looked at my wife and said, "Do you realize what just happened? He just said a seven-word sentence." I had tears in my eyes, and I was happy at the same time.'
"From there, Frankie’s progress snowballed. They returned home after only a month, but the difference between the child who arrived in California and the one who left was striking. They had taken a video of Frankie on the plane when they started the journey, 'and he’s just making baby babble,' Frank says. 'We have another video of him on the plane coming back. And he looks out the window and says, "Goodbye California, see you soon." This was a nonverbal kid, 30 days later. And his feet are flat on the ground.'
"Doctors said Frankie would continue to improve even without regular MeRT, albeit a bit slower. Today, he is 11 years old, verbal, and attends a public school. He tells Frank stories about times when he wanted to speak but couldn’t. 'He goes "You know, I’m so glad we went to the brain treatment because now I can talk,"' says Frank."
While our New Patient Coordinator is happy to answer your questions and explain things, here are some of the most commonly asked questions and their answers.
We know you likely have many questions about whether MeRT is the right treatment for your child. Rest assured, you don’t need to rush into this decision. There are several steps involved before we can assess whether MeRT could be beneficial for your child and before you need to commit to the treatment.
Our goal is to make this process smooth and informative. That’s why our New Patient Coordinator is here to help.
She will answer all your questions, clarify the procedures, and guide you through the process. If you choose to proceed, she will also assist with scheduling an EEG and a consultation with our doctor.
Currently, rTMS (the treatment used in the MeRT process) is FDA-cleared for the treatment of Depression and OCD. At this time, treatment for all other conditions is considered “off-label.” Further research studies are underway to gain clearance for other conditions.
However, for non-FDA-cleared treatment, your insurance is unlikely to reimburse you. Because of this, we cannot accept insurance for treatment or file it for you. Please note that neither Medicare nor Medicaid provide coverage for MeRT or TMS treatment.
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We offer an emerging treatment that is non-invasive and drug-free for Autism, Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, and other neurological conditions.
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