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Welcome
Instruction Manual
Welcome to IASIS Micro Current Neuro feedback. This
manual will guide you through installation, preparation
and use of the system and the selection of client proto-
cols. The manual, naturally, does not replace the need
for professional training.
The Science Behind IASIS MCN
IASIS MCN consists of narrow pulses, approximately 120
ns (nano-seconds) in Duration, and 150 mv (milli-volts)
in Amplitude.
Pulses are both positive and negative, so the tiny current
flows in both directions.
The total amount of stimulation is calculated by adding
the Dominant Brain wave frequency (Delta) to the offset
pre-selected by the software.
IASIS MCN Functional Overview
IASIS MCN is a type of brain wave based bio feedback
(referred to in the Pilot Study with UCSD & The VA as
LIP-tES electrical, Low-Intensity Pulses using Transcra-
nial Electrical Stimulation) that has shown promise of
clinical ecacy in addressing the symptoms of Trau-
matic Brain Injury(TBI), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
(PTSD), Post-Concussive Syndrome, Anxiety, Depres-
sion, and Attention Deficit issues (AD/HD). Although it
may seem contradictory, it can be calming, energizing
and mood-lifting simultaneously. Head pain often
dissipates quickly. Foggy thinking and confusion typi-
cally give way to clear thinking and a more even, more
elevated, and less edgy (less reactive), mood.
While it may take 12-24 sessions, sometimes more.
for effects to become lasting, the client often begins
to notice the improvement with the first session,
often before getting out of the chair. Sometimes this
improvement is dramatic. At the completion of the
set of training sessions, improvement is expected to
continue on its own.
The system tracks the brainwaves (EEG, or electro
encephalograph), and sends directly back to the brain
tiny, imperceptible, ultra-low power signals that result
in changes toward a more highly functioning brain
wave pattern. In this way, the brain seems to learn new
patterns of behavior and becomes de-habituated from
“stuck” patterns that represent suboptimal processing,
reorganizing itself naturally into a healthier and more-
flexible way of being.
As the brain learns to function in this more ecient
manner, it becomes accustomed to this higher-func-
tioning way of being, and the effects last longer and
longer. It’s as though the brain recognizes the reflection
of itself, in its own language, and makes the appropri-
ate adjustments, forming new habits in the process.
Sessions require no conscious effort on the part of the
client.
These effects are independent of age, comprehen-
sion, or physical or mental capacity. The practitioner
will frequently notice immediate changes in the brain
wave patterns, and the client often notices the shift
that occurs during the session. A typical client percep-
tion is first relaxed (and/or sleepy), then, by the end of
the session, energized. Family and friends will likely
begin noticing the shift in mood and behavior in the
first 1-4 sessions, often on the ride home from the first
session. Behavioral changes are frequently noticed first
by family, then by the client.
While improved patterns of functioning can be tracked
and documented via EEG, the operation of the system
is not dependent upon EEG mapping of any kind.
IASIS MCN’s Ultra Low Power Neuro feedback
measures and tracks the electrical activity of the brain
and then sends back to the brain a very weak signal
containing information based on the just preceding
brain wave activity. The signal is so weak that it cannot
be felt. It is much, much less than the strength of a
AA cell battery placed against the head. The power in
the signal is estimated to be about 3 pW(pico watts,
or 10E-12 Watts). The power delivered in a similar way
by a AA cell is calculated to be 450 µW(micro watts, or
10E-6 Watts), or about 7 million times greater.
Even though the power in the signal is amazingly
small, the brain appears to be able to adapt its own
behavior based on this feedback, typically generating
patterns corresponding to even more useful (healthy)
behavior. It does so quickly, and the effects last even
longer as session time accumulates, until the brain is
not only able to sustain the gains in performance and
functioning, but to continue improving after sessions
are no longer needed.
Software Note
The IASIS MCN protocols are tailored to, and supplied
only for, the specific IASIS MCN EEG interface supplied.
Software
Your computer is preloaded with the IASIS Technolo-
gies, 6.0 software.
Activate
Install four fresh AA alkaline batteries in the IASIS Tech-
nologies EEG interface device, observing polarity, and
plug it into a USB port on the computer. The USB port
must support at least USB 2.0.
Running a 2-Channel Feedback Session
. To start a feedback session, hook up both A and B
channels as follows:
a. Attach the Ground (center pin connector)
EEG lead somewhere on the back of the neck in
proximity to the spinal column, roughly an inch-
above C7 (the felt “bump” low on the neck).
b. Connect A- to the mastoid process behind
the left ear. Connect B- to the right mastoid
process.
c. A+/B+ connections: Hook up in pairs, gener-
ally contra-laterally, or contra-frontally (i.e. front/
back mirror image pairs), as described above.
Suggestion: Generally start with F3/F4.
Note onsite preparation: 91% isopropyl alcohol, Nihon
Kohden’s conductive paste (Elefix), and pre-cleanser
(skinPure) are recommended. For all non-hair sites,
clean oil off skin with alcohol. Scrub each site gently
but thoroughly with cotton swap dipped in skinPure
abrasive gel. Wipe off excess, leaving skin prepped and
moist. Apply Elefix paste directly to site, and rub in.
Press EEG contact into Elefix, squeezing out excess, and
leaving contact with only a very thin layer of Elefix paste
under it. (FIG. 1)
. Make sure the IASIS MCN EEG USB connector is
plugged into a suitable USB port on the computer and
launch the IASIS MCN software via the appropriate
IASIS MCN icon, typically either on the desktop or the
quick-launch bar (double-click desktop icon, single-click
task bar/quick-launch icon). You should see the startup
screen below. (FIG. 2) Do not be concerned the very first
time following installation or update if the background
does not look like this (may be solid). That is normal,
depending on configuration, for the first time.
Impedance Test
. EEG leads should now be attached to the desired
International 10-20 System scalp sites. The screen shot
FIGURE 4 illustrates site selection F3 and F4. Select
Audio ON by clicking the speaker icon in the left hand
control panel to enable a chime at the end of each site
protocol, if desired.
. Click the SELECT PROTOCOL on the top menu.
Then click the PROTOCOL button from main screen
above to begin.
. This brings up the Protocol Window. Select Micro
Current Technology and then Start. (FIG. 3) This action
will bring up the first screen,
(FIG. 2)
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