Studies and Reports Show rTMS Effectiveness for Treating Autism
Targeted rTMS (repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation) is a key part of our MeRT treatment for autism.
Using rTMS, we generate a gentle magnetic field to balance and stimulate brain function. Here, we summarize some of the many studies and reports on the effectiveness of rTMS for autism treatment.
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
This review, published in 2022, covered 11 studies of rTMS for autism treatment. In this review, the authors found evidence that rTMS may help with social communication and repetitive behaviors in ASD.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Autism Spectrum Disorders: Neuropathological Underpinnings and Clinical Correlations
This 2020 review summarizes the findings of 13 clinical trials that on the use of rTMS for treating ASD. The authors conclude that rTMS appears to be safe and to improve many ASD symptoms.
Effects of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on Children with Low‐function Autism
The Potential of Magnetic Resonant Therapy in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
This 2016 report reviewed studies done using MeRT as a potential therapy for children with ASD. They conclude MeRT is a promising therapeutic option with minimal side effects.
Improved Autism Behaviors After Non-invasive Cerebral Trans-Magnetic Stimulation Using Customized Frequency Modulation
This 2014 American Association of Neurological Surgeons presentation shared findings on TMS and autism. The study showed statistically significant improvements in autism behaviors, including taste, smell, and touch, fear and nervousness, and verbal communication.
Non-invasive EEG-EKG Guided Trans-Magnetic Stimulation at Natural Resonance Frequency in Children with Autism
This abstract outlines a pilot study using EEG/EKG-guided TMS on ASD patients. Patients had significant clinical improvement, with reductions in ASD symptoms.
These are just a few of the many studies and reports on rTMS for autism treatment, with many more to come. To learn more about our breakthrough autism treatment, please visit our Autism page.
And if you have any concerns about your child receiving rTMS as part of their MeRT treatment, read what one parent had to say:
All the technicians at BTC Newport Beach were awesome. They were all very patient with my child, who is very sensitive and has a very low level of concentration, so that he could go through every day’s therapy with no problem. I really felt like every technician truly cared about all the children who were there getting MeRT, and I think this is the most important aspect to consider when getting MeRT, because the staff are the ones that the children interact with every day.” – J.