Methodology
Methodology and Principle of Medex Test
The
methodology of the Medex Test is based on the principle of
detecting changes in electrical skin resistances of certain
dermato-visceral zones (DVZs) reflecting corresponding internal
organ pathologies. According to the postulate that each
internal organ has corresponding zones on the trunk and limbs,
which are topographically identical in all individuals.
The objectives of the Medex Test are achieved through an
original and well-founded choice of representative DVZs, precise
measurement of DVZ parameters, detecting any deviations in these
parameters from the patient's normative corridor, and displaying
such deviations in an organized bar graph.
- Establishing the general method of screening.
- Measuring the duration of impedance registration.
- Locating the proper dermato-visceral zones.
- Sensing for each dermato-visceral zone’s measurement.
- Correlating the width of the normative corridor with the individual conditions of the patient.
- Creating the algorithms and coefficients needed to determine internal organ pathology.
The stimulation portion of the Medex Test is carried out by
stimulating specific zones with a maximum number of
reflexological overlappings, while simultaneously stimulating
all the systems of the body, thus increasing their activity.
The measuring equipment includes an active electrode and a
passive one. The patient holds the passive electrode in either
his left or right hand. The active electrode then registers the
electrical skin resistance of the 24 selected DVZs (6 around the
wrist, 6 around the ankle on each side of the body) before and
after stimulation of 4 specific areas. The micro-controller of
the device transfers the readings to the personal computer
through RS-232 or USB ports. The software transforms the
electric currents into intensity values listed as impedance data
on the display panel.
The stimulation probes used to elicit electrical skin resistance
values are based on fundamental rules of physiology governing
the excitation-inhibition of the nervous system, adaptation
mechanisms of the human organism (homeostatic regulation and
maintenance), and the mechanisms of neurological and biochemical
feedback.
By combining the principles of neuro-reflexology with advanced
computer technology, Medex Test has stepped to the forefront of
preventative medicine. As empiric evidence for its detection
capabilities continues to increase through clinical trials, Medex Test will remain the leader in generalized early
diagnostic screening systems.
