Brain examination examinations and brain checkup; neuromodulation treatments such as ECT, neuronavigated TMU/TMS, tDCS, functional surgery and electronic implant (battery) treatments are performed.
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The use of brain examination tests is very important because it helps to treat the person's problems based on evidence thanks to science and technology.
Which methods are used in a brain "check-up"?
In a brain "check-up", the brain's mental activities and performance are evaluated. Computerized EEG devices are used to check whether the brain is functioning properly, and tests to measure memory and attention are used to detect dysfunctions. In the brain "check-up", brain functions are monitored with a computerized EEG (CEEG) device and the brain is mapped. Cognitive tests to measure memory and attention are also performed with the help of a computer. A treatment and rehabilitation program is initiated according to the detected problem.
What is measured during a brain "check-up"?
A functional "check-up" of the brain checks whether the brain is functioning properly. The brain "check-up" evaluates mental activities; structural examination of the brain is performed by magnetic resonance or computed tomography, and functional evaluation is performed.
In the brain "Check Up", the bioelectric map of the brain is made. Attention, memory, intelligence measurements are made... The person is evaluated psychosocially. Criteria such as information transfer between cells in the brain and stress hormones are evaluated.
Why should we have a brain check-up?
- A brain check-up is very important for early diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's disease, which starts insidiously and causes serious memory loss, can be detected when it shows early symptoms with a Brain "Check Up". Treatment can be started at an early stage.
- Forgetfulness, which is seen in everyone from time to time, can worsen in some cases and cause permanent problems. Special mental development and rehabilitation programs can be applied to patients if diagnosed early with a brain "Check Up". Thanks to early diagnosis, attention and concentration can be increased with timely treatment. Learning and comprehension ability is improved. Memory is strengthened. Medication can also be recommended if necessary...
- Brain "Check Up" is also recommended for managers and students with forgetfulness and distraction. Cell regenerating drugs and drugs that regulate the stress secretions of the brain are recommended. In addition, computerized brain exercises are used to improve attention, memory, logical thinking, learning, retention and recall skills.
- It is now known that depression is a biological disease. There is a link between the failure of some biochemical areas in the brain to function well and depression. We look for areas in the brain that are dysregulated and not functioning. This is especially used in patients with treatment-resistant depression (30 percent of depressed people). In other words, in addition to psychological and social monitoring, the biological dimension of depression can also be monitored.
- The method can also detect stress. The level of stress hormones in the brain is checked. In the event that stress is detected, which upsets the entire balance of people, the person is taught to cope with it by using his/her own mental power, using exercises that relieve tension and relax the body and mind.
- The effects of drugs used for the human brain can also be determined with the same method. Bioavailability of the drug is measured.
