Dr. Heather Putney Discusses Safe Neurotherapy For Every Brain
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Is It Safe? Is It Safe For Kids?
What if brain stimulation could be as gentle as it is effective? We pull back the curtain on three core neuromodulation tools—light therapy, PEMF, and low-intensity electrical stimulation—and lay out exactly how we keep them safe for kids, adults, and even high performers who just want a cleaner cognitive edge.
We start with photobiomodulation, the targeted use of specific wavelengths to support mitochondrial function, blood flow, and neuroplasticity. You’ll hear how we choose frequencies and pulsing to match goals like easing post-COVID brain fog or lifting mood, and why the most common side effect is simply warmth on the skin. From there, we move to PEMF, using tuned magnetic coils to influence the gut–brain axis and calm systemic inflammation. The origin story—engineering a newborn-safe approach after hypoxia—explains why PEMF remains gentle, often unfelt, and surprisingly versatile for both brain and body.
The biggest question we get is about electrical stimulation. We unpack the science and the safeguards: a meta-analysis of 158 studies and more than 4,000 people found no serious adverse effects within limits of up to 4 mA and 40 minutes. Our clinic stays even more conservative, titrating from 0.001 to 2.5 mA while monitoring comfort and outcomes. You’ll learn how this compares to consumer TENS units, why dose and placement matter, and what families report—better focus, steadier emotions, and deeper sleep. We also touch on peak performance protocols that feel like a clean cup of coffee without the crash.
If you’re curious about ADHD support without ramping up meds, looking to reduce neuroinflammation, or aiming for sharper, calmer days, this conversation gives you the clarity and confidence to take a next step. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs a hopeful option, and leave a review to tell us what you want us to explore next.
To learn more about Transformative Neurotherapy visit:
https://www.TransformativeNeurotherapy.org
Transformative Neurotherapy
570 Lincoln Ave.
Bellevue, PA 15202
412-204-7397
Chapters
1. Dr. Heather Putney Discusses Safe Neurotherapy For Every Brain (00:00:00)
2. Welcome And Mission (00:00:03)
3. Defining Safety In Neurotherapy (00:00:57)
4. What Neuromodulation Means (00:01:52)
5. Light Therapy Basics And Safety (00:02:18)
6. PEMF: Gentle Coils And The Gut–Brain Link (00:03:17)
7. Origin Story Of PEMF For Newborns (00:05:22)
8. Electrical Stimulation: Myths And Parameters (00:06:42)
9. The Meta‑Analysis: 4,000 Participants (00:08:19)
10. Dosage, Titration, And Session Limits (00:09:25)
11. Safety For Kids And Vulnerable Groups (00:10:49)
12. Results For Children And Families (00:12:04)
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