The development of the SOT requires a positive test result within the last six months. Even if you have tested positive prior to the last six months, the test must be repeated.  We provide collection kits that can be done in your home with a simple finger stick.  The panels we use are extremely comprehensive and include a wide variety of tick born diseases as well as associated co-infections.  Pathogen detection is improved through the process of provocation (using antibiotics, prescription and/or herbal depending on patient preference and health conditions). 

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Individuals with degenerative diseases including ALS, MS and Parkinson's Disease are often more vulnerable to the detoxification reaction known as Herxheimer or die-off.  This reaction can cause joint pain, fatigue, headaches, and flu-like symptoms which may be very mild or, in some cases, moderate to severe.  For this reason, especially in rapidly progressing degenerative disease, we recommend provocation at our facility.  We use (1)  IV therapies to provide muscular, neuron and immune support agents as well as (2) polychromatic light therapy to regulate and modulate the immune system.  This supportive therapy is imperative to control any adverse reactions and prevent disease progression.  We use IV antibiotics as opposed to oral when you come to our center, eliminating the risk of gut inflammation and neuron damage that is frequently the result of oral antibiotic use.  We do offer a home-base provocation protocol as well for those who are unable to come to our center.

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SOT is also used to treat conditions that result from viral infections including Bell's and other types of facial palsies.  Since palsies are typically the result of a viral infection as opposed to tick born disease which is bacterial, provocation therapy is not required for infectious testing or for the development of the SOT molecule for facial palsy syndromes.