MeRT: An Entirely New Approach to
Treating Anxiety
MeRT stands for Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy.
We use a gentle magnetic field to balance and stimulate brain function, guided by sophisticated diagnostics and imaging.
Many patients report a dramatic reduction in anxiety symptoms after MeRT treatment.
Our Drug-free, Noninvasive Treatment Can Free You from Overwhelming Anxiety
Chronic anxiety, also known as Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), isn’t like having occasional worries or fears. The constant worry, sleepless nights, panic attacks that come out of nowhere — it can all be too much and make it almost impossible to function in daily life.
If you’re dealing with anxiety, you’re not alone. Anxiety disorders affect 40 million US adults every year. And while antianxiety medications can be helpful — even vital — in a crisis, they can be extremely dangerous long-term.
However, when that anxiety kicks in, you’d do anything to make it go away. We understand. That’s why we’re so excited about MeRT®. It’s an entirely fresh approach to anxiety treatment that’s non-invasive, drug-free, and effective.
MeRT uses advanced diagnostics and technology to treat even the most severe anxiety symptoms. It’s gentle, well-tolerated, and can achieve lasting results.
For anyone suffering from depression, anxiety, and other symptoms, I highly recommend trying MeRT. My adult son, who has suffered from both problems his entire life, and has been on medication, realized a positive change after the first visit. We saw dramatic improvement after each visit. This technology can truly be a magic bullet.”
– H.H.
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MeRT For Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders and Their Symptoms
While Generalized Anxiety Disorder is pervasive, it’s only one type of anxiety disorder. These disorders can include panic attacks — sudden feelings of anxiety that cause heart palpitations, chest pain, dizziness, and more — that can be so severe that they put you in the emergency room.
Other anxiety disorders include agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, and even anxiety disorder brought on by a medical condition. These disorders can be triggered by certain traumatic life events. They can also be inherited or come on as a side effect of certain medications.
Specific symptoms can vary depending on the type of anxiety disorder. However, here are some common signs and symptoms:
- Excessive worrying
- Restlessness and irritability
- Sleep disturbance
- Fatigue
- Difficulty concentrating
- Muscle tension, trembling, or shaking
- Irrational fears or phobias
- Panic attacks
- Social withdrawal
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Heart palpitations
- Hyperventilation or shortness of breath
- Feelings of dread or impending doom
MeRT for Anxiety
How MeRT Works to Relieve Anxiety
Magnetic Resonance Therapy, or MeRT for short, is a tailored, highly individualized form of TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation). We use magnetic waves to stimulate specifically targeted areas of the brain that are not functioning optimally.
We locate those areas using a quantitative electroencephalogram (qEEG), also called brain mapping. That’s because patients with anxiety have markers we can see in their EEG studies.
The EEG can show us an imbalance in brainwave activity, which we can then strengthen with TMS.
This highly personalized treatment is painless and completely non-invasive. You are fully conscious, and no drugs or anesthesia are involved. By stimulating and balancing your brain function, we can reduce your anxiety symptoms.
The TMS equipment used is FDA-cleared to treat Major Depressive Disorder and OCD and is used off-label to treat a wide variety of conditions, including anxiety.
you are in excellent hands
Our Medical Director, Board-Certified Neurologist Dr. Miller
Spencer O. Miller, MD, is the owner and Medical Director of the Brain Treatment Center Plano and also the Brain Treatment Center Dallas. He is a board-certified neurologist in Dallas, Texas, who has been in practice for 12 years.
Dr. Miller specializes in MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy) treatment of traumatic brain injury, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, dementia, autism, and multiple other brain disorders.
He also works with Baylor University Medical Center, where he specializes in stroke, headache medicine, traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, and seizure. Additionally, he is associated with the Texas A&M Science Center College of Medicine.
Hear it from the Patients
Our patients have a lot to say about their experience with MeRT!
“After trying various treatments and conducting thorough research, we decided to travel from our home in Illinois to the Brain Treatment Center in Dallas. It was the BEST decision we could have made for our six-year-old son, who has severe apraxia and is on the spectrum.
“After six weeks of MeRT treatment, our son said his name for the first time! He has been more flexible in his daily schedule, OCD tendencies have lessened tremendously, and he does not become as anxious as he had previously experienced in new places and surroundings.
“We cannot thank Dr. Miller and his staff enough for the kindness, care, and genuine concern they have shown (and continue to show) our son and our family. They are always available for questions and concerns, and they truly support all patients and their families. For our family, MeRT and the Brain Treatment Center have been a journey worth the endeavor!”
the Korczak family
Parents of a child with autism“I’m back! My TBI turned me into someone I barely recognized. I was depressed, mean, and short-tempered. And I pushed through life filled with frustration and a deep sense of sadness that this was it — I just had to keep pushing through life with overwhelming tiredness. I’m so glad I was wrong. I think my direct reports and family are even more thankful. This treatment changed everything, and I am forever thankful.”
41-year-old male with TBI
Executive“We are dropping a line to thank you for your help last summer with Immanuel. We are RVing this weekend and marveling at how well Immanuel now socializes with other children at the campsite. He is also at a private school, and he is able to succeed without the extra support.
“His occupational therapist has been amazed, as well. She evaluated him before he started treatment with you but started therapy AFTER. She says that he has been crushing the prescribed program — he scored significantly above expectations at the latest eval, and he is speeding through the stages.
“We are thrilled by Immanuel’s progress. It touches our hearts more than anything—that he has friends now. Thank you for making this treatment available and for your guiding us through the process.”
David and Debbie J.
Parents of child with Autism“It was a great experience with a very friendly and professional staff! When we first brought our child to the clinic, we expected some progress with her speech skills, but we ended up getting results in other unexpected areas.
“The first change we saw with our daughter was that she started to make eye contact. Then she started to be more aware of her surroundings. Second, she stopped stemming, and that was the biggest change for her. Third but not least, she started to socialize and play with other children!”
Beatriz Yanez
Mother of child with autism“As I am still in treatment and can’t speak to the final results yet, I want to direct my comments to Dr. Miller and his staff. They are all amazing! He is smart and works hard to help you understand the complex issues of the brain and how it relates to how we function.
“Katie is the best at working to make the appointments fit your schedule, and the two technicians are wonderful — so professional and friendly as well. It is such a positive environment, creating great hope! I recommend it wholeheartedly!”
Jim
Patient“I’ve made significant progress in cognitive ability, stress tolerance, and mental clarity. I have been able to handle decisions much better and think clearer. And I have been able to significantly decrease conflict with my family and actually lead much better.”
Male with TBI
Executive
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MeRT for Anxiety
Finding out if MeRT is the Right Treatment for Your Anxiety
We understand that MeRT is a relatively new, cutting-edge treatment, and you may not be certain if this is right for you. But this is not a decision you need to make right away or all alone. Your first step would be a simple phone consultation with our New Patient Coordinator. Here you can discuss your symptoms and history, ask all the questions you want, and have her explain the protocols, fees, and details of treatment.
Step 1
Testing and Consultation
If you are interested in taking the next step in seeing if MeRT treatment is right for you, we can set up an appointment for an EEG (brain scan) and a second appointment for a consultation with the doctor to talk about your symptoms and the results of your EEG. Each of these appointments is about 45 minutes to an hour.
At the first appointment, our neuro technician will perform an EEG and an EKG. Both are simple, painless, and non-invasive tests to see exactly what is happening in your brain.
A few days later, when your test results are in and analyzed, you will have a one-on-one consultation with the doctor. You can attend this appointment virtually from the comfort of your home. Here you will discuss your test results, get answers to any additional questions you may have, and together determine if you (or your child, if this is about your child) are a candidate for treatment.
Step 2
The Assessment Period
If you and the doctor then decide to move forward with MeRT, the next step is what we call the Assessment Period. Here we will perform a short period of several days of treatment, followed by a new EEG to see if you are responding to the treatment. We assess this based on the new EEG results as compared to the initial one done before treatment started, as well as symptom improvements.
Step 3
Continued Treatment
If there is a positive response to treatment during the assessment period, you will have likely noticed some improvements starting to take place. At that point, we can schedule the additional treatment duration. We perform treatments daily, Monday to Friday, in two-week increments. A typical treatment session takes about 45 minutes.
You will sit in a chair while the neurotechnician administers the treatment via a hand-held magnet that is held near the scalp. We deliver the magnetic impulses for 6 to 8 seconds each minute. You may feel a slight sensation while the treatment is occurring, but it is not painful or uncomfortable. We use no medications, and you are fully awake throughout.
MeRT treatments will usually go for anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks. In some cases, we recommend additional treatment time to get the best results from MeRT. Each individual is unique, and protocols may vary. Plus, your provider will have regularly scheduled follow-up EEGs and meet with you to closely manage your progress.
Contact Our New Patient Coordinator for More Information
Our New Patient Coordinator is here for you. During your free consultation, she will take the time to answer any questions that you may have, listen to your concerns, and carefully explain all the details and information you need.
If, after talking to her, you are interested in further exploring whether you could benefit from MeRT, the next step would be to schedule your EEG and a consultation with our doctor.
With thorough diagnostics, the doctor can show you what is happening in your brain and what may be causing the issues you are experiencing. At this point, we can determine whether you may benefit from MeRT treatment, and you can decide if you would like to move forward.
Life Can Be Better
You can be at peace. With so many successful treatments for anxiety, we encourage you to explore the possibilities of MeRT. If right for you, it can have a lasting impact — and you can enjoy a greatly improved quality of life!
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Insurance Coverage and Payment Options
Currently, rTMS is FDA-cleared to treat Depression. At the end of your treatment, we can provide you with all the appropriate paperwork so you can submit it to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Some patients have reported that, depending on their health coverage, they have been able to receive some reimbursement for EEGs, clinical evaluations, and treatment. Medicare patients have reported that their coverage does not reimburse the treatment itself.
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