Head Injury
Each year, up to 3.8 million Americans suffer from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) or head injury. At Braincare Performance Center in Cardiff, we specialize in helping individuals recover using MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy)—a cutting-edge, non-invasive brain stimulation technology designed to restore and optimize brain function.
Whether you're healing from a concussion or long-term effects of a brain injury, our precision-guided approach to repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) offers a powerful alternative to medication-heavy treatments. If you’re ready to feel like yourself again—without pain, downtime, or guesswork—schedule your MeRT consultation in Cardiff, California today.
Visualizing the brain's journey: from injury to recovery
The image above showcases results from several EEGs, showcasing the power of personalized brain analysis.
The chart on the far left represents a qEEG of a "Healthy Brain", with balanced and synchronized brainwave patterns.
The charts on the right show a sequence of qEEG's of a patient who underwent MeRT for their head injury. The initial EEG shows dysregulated patterns throughout the brain whereas the subsequent scans show how the brainwaves start to align and return toward the healthier pattern that's expected throughout their treatment period.
This visual exemplifies the kind of progress our personalized MeRT protocols are designed to facilitate.
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Head Injury Q & A
What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)?
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when the brain experiences a forceful impact, such as a bump, blow, collision, or auto accident. These injuries often result in temporary or long-term changes in brain function.
The most common form of TBI is a concussion—when the brain moves or twists rapidly inside the skull due to sudden impact. This can disrupt brain chemistry and damage or even destroy delicate neurons, affecting how the brain processes information.
What are the symptoms of a head injury?
Head injuries and concussions can lead to a wide range of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms, including:- Impaired coordination and balance
- Confusion and disorientation
- Difficulty with focus and attention
- Reduced athletic performance
- Short and long-term memory problems
- Heightened impulsivity or aggression
- Sensitivity to light
- Chronic headaches
- Sleep disturbances
Many athletes and high-performers experience repeated impacts to the head. When combined with stress, poor sleep, or other lifestyle factors, these injuries can significantly impair brain function and overall wellness.
What is the best treatment for traumatic head injury?
At Braincare Performance Center - Cardiff we offer an advanced and non-invasive approach to TBI and concussion recovery using MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy).MeRT is a highly personalized brain treatment that combines:
- Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS)
- Quantitative Electroencephalogram (qEEG)
- Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG)
MeRT can promote the release and balancing of beneficial brain neurotransmitters and also stimulates neuroplasticity brain remodeling and rebuilding in the areas of damage.
Treatment begins with highly detailed brain mapping using a quantitative electroencephalogram (qEEG) and an electrocardiogram (EKG). The goal is to understand your brain and brain-heart connection and detect specific areas where your brain could function better.
MeRT is customized for your unique brain, from the specific areas it treats to the frequency delivered. After every two weeks of treatment, you will receive a follow-up EEG and clinical review to check your progress.
Can MeRT help with concussion recovery or post-concussion symptoms?
Yes. While most head injuries are classified as concussions—accounting for nearly 90% of all traumatic brain injuries—many people experience lingering symptoms long after the initial impact. Even when MRI or CT scans appear normal, the brain’s electrical communication can remain dysregulated, leading to issues like brain fog, headaches, anxiety, sleep problems, and difficulty focusing.
At Braincare Performance Center, we use qEEG brain mapping to identify these subtle irregularities in brain wave activity that traditional imaging often misses. Once identified, MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy) provides personalized, non-invasive stimulation to help the brain re-synchronize and restore optimal communication between regions.
This individualized approach supports the brain’s natural ability to heal—offering a safe, drug-free option for post-concussion recovery and improved cognitive function.
How is MeRT different from traditional concussion treatments?
Traditional concussion care often focuses on rest, symptom management, or medication—but these approaches don’t always address the underlying brainwave dysregulation caused by the injury.
MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy) takes a more precise, science-based approach. Using your qEEG brain map, we identify the exact areas of the brain that were disrupted by trauma. From there, we deliver gentle, personalized magnetic stimulation to help re-establish healthy communication patterns across neural networks.
Rather than masking symptoms, MeRT works to restore balance at the source, allowing the brain to function more efficiently. Many patients report improvements in mood, focus, memory, sleep, and overall mental clarity—results that often last well beyond the treatment period.
Is MeRT safe?
MeRT is a safe, drug-free, and non-invasive therapy. The equipment used in MeRT is FDA-cleared to treat Major Depressive Disorder and OCD and is used off-label to treat a wide variety of conditions, including TBI and Concussions.
Can MeRT help improve athletic performance?
Yes. Many professional and amateur athletes choose MeRT in Cardiff to boost their mental edge, improve focus, and accelerate recovery from concussions or repetitive head impacts. In many cases, MeRT can be the difference between average performance and elite-level results.
