Magnetic Resonance Therapy (MeRT)
MeRT, or Magnetic Resonance Therapy, is a highly customized approach to using TMS and demands sophisticated diagnostics. It is a “type” of TMS treatment and, as such, remains a medication-free, non-invasive treatment with no downtime. TMS Institute of Arizona in collaboration with Brain Treatment Center is the first TMS specialized center in Arizona offering MeRT therapy. Call 480-725-8998 to schedule a detailed evaluation.
MeRT protocols involve a quantitative electroencephalogram (q-EEG), which allows clinicians to see dysfunction patterns within the brain. These may include, but are not limited to, emotional disorders, behavioral disorders, and brain injuries. Every patient undergoes a qEEG when preparing for MeRT treatment, allowing clinicians to map a guideline for a 100% individualized treatment.
All equipment used with MeRT is FDA-approved. Just like with traditional TMS, magnetic pulses are generated so that the targeted areas of the brain can be stimulated. MeRT has been successfully used to treat various conditions including PTSD, TBI, anxiety, sleep disorders, depression, and especially Autism Spectrum Disorder, amongst many others.
MeRT allows for a customized way of delivering TMS in four unique indications. However, MeRT is not covered by insurance. Still, if you are looking for a way to further individualize your TMS treatment and if you are a good candidate for MeRT, you may become one of the many patients who enjoy relief from this specialized mode of treatment.

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Disorders that may be treated with MeRT
MeRT can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Sports Recovery / Traumatic head injuries, and more.
Disorders Treated with MeRT
How MeRT Works
MeRT treatment begins with a quick 10-minute brainwave recording. This is the qEEG, coupled with an electrocardiogram (ECG), to measure your brainwave frequencies, heart rate, and the relationship between brain and heart.
Next, your clinician re-processes the data via a database with more than 30,000 other brainwave recordings. This is how your unique brain image is translated into a report that provides insight via comparison and matching. At this point, it can be determined if some areas of your brain are not functioning as they should. When this happens, a custom treatment plan is created.
The third step is personalized brainwave stimulation. Your unique protocol is based on your brainwave recordings and is delivered via MeRT. Everyone’s protocol may vary, but MeRT sessions can occur as often as daily. Typically, 30-35 minute sessions five days per week for 4-6 weeks is the most common protocol.

After sessions are complete, your clinician performs a brainwave recording re-assessment. A second 10-minute recording session will be required a few weeks after your last session. Combined with questionnaires and assessments, we will work together to gauge the effectiveness of the treatment and determine if additional treatment sessions are needed.