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 latest Newsletter is out, the MELISA team are focusing on maintaining a healthy immune system and advice from functional medicine doctors. MELISA Spring Newsletter
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
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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
This brief video explains why titanium implants may not be suitable for everyone; how metal allergy can be measured by MELISA testing, and what alternatives are available.
Just re-posting Kathryn's story about nickel allergy and her journey back to health after having had stainless scoliosis rods placed.
This important review article concludes that "In the light of current knowledge, it seems plausible that metals, as well as other environmental pollutants, are directly or indirectly involved in the induction or exacerbation of autoimmunity." They also suggest that "the ability to detoxify xenobiotics, together with the individual susceptibility to the metal, is probably the
most critical factor in the outcome of metal exposure." Autoimmunity studies are often performed in animals, but "they only partially simulate the clinical disease. In humans, both organ-specific and systemic autoimmune diseases persist for years, while in experimental animal systems, autoimmunity is often a transitional phenomenon."
Metals, autoimmunity, and neuroendocrinology: Is there a connection?
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It has been demonstrated that metals can induce autoimmunity. However, few studies have attempted to assess and elucidate the underlying mechanisms of...Metallica mente is Italian association raising awareness of potential side-effects from metal exposure from implants. We are honoured they have translated into Italian Linda Nelson's statement to the FDA from last year. We hope we can inspire and support each other in the future!
Melisa: ipersensibilità ai metalli
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Buon pomeriggio. Mi chiamo Linda Nelson e vi ringrazio per l’opportunità che mi avete dato di parlarvi oggi. Vengo dalla MELISA Diagnostics, a Londra, e ho una divulgazione da fare. La mia az...This article in American Paediatrics recommends that the US act on data from Europe and introduce policies to restrict nickel in products which are in prolonged contact with the skin or are used in ear piercing. After the European Union introduced this directive, rates of nickel allergy fell rapidly. Denmark, where this policy was first put in place, saw a dramatic decrease in paediatric nickel allergy from 24.8% to 9.2%.
The rate of nickel allergic contact dermatitis in the US has quadrupled in the last 30 years and is thought to be triggered by early and frequent exposure to ear piercing or contact with products like toys, belt buckles and electronic games.
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Nickel Allergic Contact Dermatitis: Identification, Treatment, and Prevention
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Nickel is a ubiquitous metal added to jewelry and metallic substances for its hardening properties and because it is inexpensive. Estimates suggest that at least 1.1 million children in the United States are sensitized to nickel. Nickel allergic contact dermatitis (Ni-ACD) is the most common cutaneo...