MELISA is an optimised, clinically validated blood test which establishes allergy to a number of different metals from a single blood test. MELISA can also diagnose active Lyme disease.
Exposure to metals in dental fillings and implants, joint prostheses, pacemakers, environmental pollutants and jewellery can lead to health problems in susceptible individuals.
MELISA improves laboratory diagnosis by confirming active disease in patients with clinical symptoms of Lyme.
The FDA has issued a statement addressing the concerns about the bio-compatibility and function of medical devices. Our conference in November 2018 mirrored these concerns
Download our leaflets on various topics such as metal allergy in orthopaedics, dentistry, spinal surgery and titanium implants.
The following conference is organised to with the aim to make the healthcare profession aware of the increase in diseases related to metal hypersensitivity and
In November, FDA will discuss the topic of immunological responses to metal-containing products regulated as medical devices. The discussion will focus on metal-containing implants as
On 11-12th October we’ll be presenting “Systemic effects of metal restorations and implants due to hypersensitivity: MELISA testing and case studies” at The International Academy
Our summer newsletter is out with the latest from the FDA about allergy to medical devices, concerns over titanium nanoparticles, LTT testing in failing knee
Video: Part 1. Danelle’s inspirational recovery story from multiple sclerosis as told to Dr Bruce Fox, she removed metals from her mouth that she was
Olaf Beckord will be speaking about MELISA as a tool for identifying metals as inflammatory triggers and MELISA will have an exhibition stand so please
Our latest newsletter is out now. The FDA in the US has released a statement over continuing concerns about the safety of various medical devices.
The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology are holding their Conference in Indianapolis April 4: Fundamentals of Biological Dentistry April 5-6: Scientific Symposium IAOMT
Not all medical devices are properly tested. Reporter Deborah Cohen investigates an industry where some patients are treated like human guinea pigs and then abandoned when
You can watch the trailer and read the conference summary. If you want to know more you can pay to download or to buy a
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“MELISA is a fundamental cornerstone of my practice."
Functional Medicine Based Dentistry, Santa Rosa, CA, USA
“I have many patients that are interested in this type of testing associated with implants. Thank you for the great work you have done.”
Foot & Ankle Center, Wenatchee, WA, USA
“A type IV metal allergy is often overlooked as a culprit in many of today's chronic illnesses. MELISA testing gives targeted information on what needs to be avoided. Many patients get their life back with this information instead of remaining chronically ill for the rest of their days.”
Mount Diablo Integrated Wellness Center, Walnut Creek, CA, USA
“Working in holistic dentistry I use an integrated approach and treat the patient as a whole, focusing on the dental need in the larger context of the person’s overall well-being. MELISA provides me with invaluable information for the most suitable materials to be used.”
The Ella Clinic, London, UK
"The FDA has heard concerns raised by patients and other device users, and we have received adverse event reports that note biological responses to certain metals used in medical devices. Based on our evaluation, we believe the current evidence, although limited, suggests some individuals may be predisposed to develop a local or systemic immune or inflammatory reaction when exposed to certain metals contained in select implantable devices.
The symptoms some people have noted may be limited to the region where the device is implanted or may be more generalized. Reported systemic symptoms include fatigue, rash, joint and muscle pain, and weakness. Although uncommon and varied, these symptoms can sometimes mimic more well-established inflammatory conditions, such as systemic lupus erythematosus."
Metals Used in Medical Devices
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To determine whether a medical device is safe and effective involves reviewing information about metals and other materials used in devices.This is the case report of a 42-year-old female, who had wrist surgery using a stainless steel plate and screws. Three days after the surgery, she developed pain, swelling, local neuropathy and other issues. Metal hypersensitivity - presumably to nickel - was suggested as the cause of the symptoms and the stainless steel implant was replaced with a titanium. The symptoms significantly improved after the operation. The authors suggest that "introduction of lymphocyte transformation test along with patch testing could also benefit in future operations and in patients susceptible to metal allergies as it would allow for the identification of subjects who are likely to develop implant-related hypersensitivity reactions and to avoid the development of allergies from joint implantation and reveal any reaction due to the implant compounds."
Neuropathy Caused by Metal Hypersensitivity after Placement of Stainless Steel Plate
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Metal hypersensitivity is a rare complication for implants especially with neuropathy involvement. There was not any previous report suggesting metal hypersensitivity manifested in the form of neuropathy or tendinopathy from metal plate implantation. Here, we present a case of a 42-year-old female w...This news story neatly summarises why surgeons' lack of knowledge about metal allergy can have devastating consequences for predisposed patients who receive metal implants. Dr Karin Pacheco, an allergist at National Jewish Health, wants surgeons asking patients - prior to ALL surgery - if they have ever developed a rash or itching when in contact with metal-containing items such as earrings, necklaces, metal buttons etc.
'It feels like a parasite in my body': How a routine knee replacement could cause big complications
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Even though metal allergies only impact a small percentage of people, it means thousands of knee replacements each year could have adverse effects. More loca...Allergy to titanium is seldom accepted as a cause of health problems – one of the reasons being that patch testing to titanium is usually negative, since this is not a suitable test for diagnosing titanium allergy. This case neatly illustrates why removal of an implant may still lead to symptoms disappearing, despite a negative patch test result. A 51-year old male underwent an anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) procedure. One month after surgery, new health issues presented: intermittent tingling and itches in the throat, difficulty swallowing and systemic rashes. Anti-allergic treatment did not help. Patch testing was negative to all substances tested, including titanium. The patient requested the titanium screws and plates to be removed and all the symptoms disappeared.
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(2020). Suspected allergy to titanium after anterior cervical discectomy and fusion using a Zero-P device: a case report. British Journal of Neurosurgery. Ahead of Print."Health starts in your mouth" - we couldn't agree more! We are excited to present MELISA this Sunday in London to 300 "biohackers" looking to improve their health.
Health Starts in Your Mouth: Biohacking & Functional Medicine meets dentistry
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Sun, Feb 2, 2020, 11:00 AM: ⚠️Details:11am, 2nd February 2019: Health Optimisation Biohacker London MeetupTheme of the month:Health Starts in your Mouth: The Biohacking & Functional Medicine Approach