MeRT for Concussion & Post-Concussive Symptoms · Michigan

Still not yourself after a concussion?
MeRT maps what's actually going on — and treats that.

Brain fog, headaches, and concentration problems that linger after a concussion aren't "just something you live with." MeRT® starts with a qEEG brain map of your current brainwave activity, then builds a treatment protocol around what it finds.

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Non-invasive, drug-free
FDA-cleared rTMS equipment
Physician-led care
qEEG brain mapping included
Metro Detroit + Grand Rapids
Symptoms we evaluate

Post-concussive symptoms that haven't resolved on their own

Most concussions resolve in a few weeks. When symptoms persist past that window, standard care often has little more to offer than "give it more time." MeRT takes a different approach — mapping the current state of your brain's electrical activity to find exactly where normal communication has been disrupted.

That map becomes the basis for a treatment protocol built around your brain specifically, not a generic concussion-recovery timeline.

Brain fog
Memory difficulties
Difficulty concentrating
Post-concussive headaches
Sleep disruption
Fatigue
Irritability and mood changes
Light and noise sensitivity
Dizziness or balance issues

Why concussion symptoms linger — and what MeRT does about it

A concussion can leave the brain's neural networks in a pattern of dysregulation that doesn't self-correct on the usual recovery timeline. A qEEG brain map identifies that pattern precisely — showing where brainwave activity is abnormal and where coherence has been disrupted.

MeRT uses that data to deliver magnetic stimulation tuned to your brain's specific needs, encouraging the affected neural networks to re-establish healthier communication patterns. It's a protocol built around how your brain is functioning right now, not a one-size-fits-all concussion program.

The rTMS equipment used in MeRT is FDA-cleared for depression and OCD. Off-label application of FDA-cleared rTMS for concussion-related symptoms is similar to how many established treatments are used off-label in clinical practice, following a full evaluation.

How MeRT works

Four steps. Six weeks. Built around your brain's current state.

1

Consultation and evaluation

Your first visit includes a full consultation with our physician team. We review your injury history, current symptoms, and any imaging records, then determine whether MeRT is appropriate for your situation.

2

qEEG brain mapping

A comfortable EEG cap records your brainwave activity — no needles, no discomfort. The data shows exactly where your brain's communication patterns have been disrupted.

3

Daily treatment sessions

Monday through Friday for approximately six weeks. Sessions are 30–45 minutes. The EEG is repeated at weeks two, four, and six so the protocol adjusts as your brain responds.

4

Results review

At the end of treatment, you review your before-and-after EEG data with the physician team — seeing exactly how your brainwave patterns changed over the course of treatment.

Our physician team

Comprehensive, physician-led care at every step

Brain Treatment Center Michigan approaches concussion recovery through a functional medicine lens — addressing the neurological impact of the injury alongside the systemic factors that influence healing.

Dr. Ramona Wallace, DO

Dr. Ramona Wallace, DO

Chief Medical Officer · Functional Medicine Physician

Dr. Wallace oversees all clinical protocols at Brain Treatment Center Michigan. Her functional medicine background means treatment addresses root-cause neurological and systemic factors — not just symptoms.

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Dr. Jennifer A. Wood, MD

Psychiatrist · Adult & Pediatric · 20+ Years Experience

Dr. Wood conducts intake evaluation with our psychiatrists as part of the intake process, including assessment of mood and cognitive symptoms following a concussion.

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Common questions

What patients ask about concussion and MeRT

How long do concussion symptoms usually last?

Most concussions resolve within two to four weeks, but a meaningful number of patients develop persistent post-concussive symptoms lasting months or longer. If your symptoms haven't resolved on the usual timeline, that's exactly the situation MeRT's qEEG mapping is designed to evaluate.

Is MeRT safe after a recent concussion?

A full evaluation, including your injury history and timeline, determines whether MeRT is appropriate for your current stage of recovery. This is assessed individually at consultation, not assumed.

Do I need a referral from my doctor?

No referral is required to schedule a consultation. We do review any existing medical records or imaging you have as part of the evaluation.

Can MeRT help with concussion-related brain fog and concentration problems?

Brain fog and difficulty concentrating are among the most common reasons patients seek us out after a concussion. The qEEG brain map identifies the specific pattern of dysregulation behind these symptoms, and treatment is built around that pattern.

Is this treatment considered off-label for concussion?

The rTMS equipment used in MeRT is FDA-cleared for depression and OCD. Use for concussion and post-concussive symptoms is considered off-label, following a full evaluation, similar to how many established treatments are used off-label in clinical practice.

MeRT technology as featured in

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Schedule a no-cost introductory call

Our care team will reach out within one business day to answer your questions and, if it's a fit, schedule your evaluation.

Call (269) 430-7966 — ask for our care team
info@braintreatmentusa.com
Metro Detroit (Sterling Heights) & Grand Rapids

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What happens next:

1. Our care team calls you within one business day
2. They answer your questions and check insurance if applicable
3. If it's a fit, they schedule your evaluation — no obligation at any step.

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