TBI Brain Treatment Michigan — Sterling Heights & Grand Rapids

Symptoms we treat

If you're still not yourself after a head injury — your brain may still be healing

Traumatic brain injury and concussion don't always resolve on their own. Many people experience persistent symptoms weeks, months, or even years after the initial injury — symptoms that standard neurological care attributes to "post-concussive syndrome" without offering a clear treatment path.

MeRT takes a different approach: it starts by mapping the current state of your brainwave activity to identify exactly where communication has been disrupted, then builds a treatment protocol to address those specific patterns.

Brain fog

Memory difficulties

Difficulty concentrating

Chronic headaches

Sleep disruption

Fatigue

Irritability and mood changes

Light and noise sensitivity

Depression after TBI

Why TBI symptoms persist — and what MeRT does about it

After a traumatic brain injury, the brain's neural networks often develop patterns of dysregulation that don't self-correct. A qEEG brain map can identify these patterns precisely — showing where brainwave activity is abnormal, where coherence has been disrupted, and what frequency range the brain is struggling to maintain.

MeRT uses that data to deliver magnetic stimulation precisely tuned to your brain's needs — encouraging the neural networks affected by the injury to re-establish healthier communication patterns. It's not a general treatment for "brain injury." It's a protocol built around how your brain is actually functioning right now.

The rTMS equipment used in MeRT is FDA-cleared for depression and OCD. Use for TBI-related neurological symptoms is considered off-label, following a full evaluation — standard health insurance coverage for the treatment itself is not typical, though your auto accident PIP coverage may apply (see below).

Auto accident insurance

Michigan No-Fault PIP insurance may cover your treatment

Michigan's No-Fault auto insurance law requires insurers to pay for all reasonably necessary medical treatment resulting from a motor vehicle accident — with no dollar cap under current law for most policies. If your TBI, concussion, or cognitive symptoms resulted from a car accident, your auto insurance PIP coverage may cover MeRT treatment in full.

How the PIP billing process works

Brain Treatment Center Michigan handles PIP billing directly. Here's what to expect:

We document your neurological symptoms and their connection to the accident — essential for PIP authorization.

We submit billing directly to your auto insurer. You focus on treatment; we handle the paperwork.

If your attorney is involved in your case, we can coordinate documentation to support your claim.

How MeRT works for TBI

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

Consultation and evaluation

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

qEEG brain mapping

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

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.

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 TBI recovery through a functional medicine lens — addressing the neurological impact of injury alongside the systemic factors that influence healing. Our team includes expertise in neuromusculoskeletal medicine specifically relevant to post-injury care.

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 TBI — depression and anxiety are common post-injury complications.

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Common questions

What patients ask about TBI and MeRT

How long after a TBI can MeRT help?

MeRT can be beneficial in both the acute and chronic phases of TBI recovery. Many patients come to us months or years after their initial injury, still experiencing symptoms that haven't resolved. The qEEG identifies current patterns of dysregulation regardless of when the injury occurred.

Does my auto insurance cover MeRT treatment?

Michigan's No-Fault PIP law requires insurers to cover all reasonably necessary medical treatment resulting from a motor vehicle accident. If your TBI resulted from a car accident, PIP may cover your treatment. We handle the billing and documentation directly — call care team to verify your coverage before your first appointment.

Do I need imaging (MRI, CT) before starting?

Imaging is not required to begin the MeRT evaluation process, though we will review any existing scans as part of your consultation. The qEEG provides a functional picture of your brain's activity that imaging alone cannot show.

Can MeRT be used alongside other TBI rehabilitation?

Yes. MeRT can be combined with physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and other rehabilitation approaches. Many patients and providers find that MeRT enhances the benefit of other therapies by addressing the underlying neurological dysregulation.

What if my TBI also caused depression or anxiety?

Depression and anxiety are among the most common complications of TBI. Our team evaluates and treats co-occurring mood disorders as part of the same process — Dr. Wood conducts a full intake evaluation with our psychiatrist at intake, and the MeRT protocol can be designed to address both the TBI-related dysregulation and the mood symptoms simultaneously.

Is TBI-related treatment considered off-label?

The rTMS equipment used in MeRT is FDA-cleared for depression and OCD. Use for TBI-related neurological symptoms is considered off-label, following a full evaluation. Standard health insurance coverage for the treatment itself is unlikely, though auto accident PIP claims are handled separately — see above.

Want to know what this costs and whether insurance applies to your situation? See cost & insurance details →

Get started

Schedule a no-cost introductory call

Our care team will reach out within one business day. If you were injured in a car accident, she can begin a PIP insurance verification at the same time — at no cost to you.

Call (269) 430-7966 — ask for our care team

info@braintreatmentusa.com

Metro Detroit (Sterling Heights) & Grand Rapids

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Brain fog, headaches, memory issuesafter an injury — there is a path forward.