Discover Neurofeedback
The brain whispers messages to the body through electrical impulses transmitted to the central nervous system. When the brain is injured, these electrical impulses, or brain waves, are disturbed, creating abnormal patterns, imbalances are created in the body. Since the body naturally desires balance, neurofeedback merely assists the brain in bringing itself and the body back into balance.
With the technological advancements of neurofeedback equipment, these whispers from the brain can now be amplified and projected on a computer screen as they are occurring in the brain. This capability is called "real time." It enables a more skilled and precise interpretation of the brain wave patterns and provides the opportunity for immediate correction of abnormal rhythmic patterns.
Current brain research has shown that neurofeedback can be an effective adjunct to the treatment of the following brain disorders: open or closed head injury, coma, stroke, epilepsy, migraine and cluster headaches, anoxia, learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, dyslexia, and clinical depression.
An Adventure in
Self-Regulation
Neurofeedback is one of the most compelling examples of the body’s ability to self-regulate and bring itself back into balance. It offers individuals an opportunity to participate in their own healing process. The neurofeedback process unfolds as follows:
A Non-Invasive Process
Noninvasive sensors, or electrodes are connected to specific sites on the surface of the head. The sensors enable the brain wave patterns to be displayed on the computer screen. By placing the sensors strategically on the head, specific areas of the brain can be trained to replace abnormal rhythmic patterns with normal rhythmic patterns.
The high-speed neurofeedback equipment can filter out and display a wide array of electrical patterns and frequencies produced by the brain. Tow of the most significant on ear are beta, fast wave, and theta, a slow wave. Generally, the patient’s goal is to produce stronger beta waves and inhibit excessive theta waves. The computer assisted the brain in recognizing normal rhythmic patterns by producing audio and visual reinforcement when they occur. The brain makes the appropriate corrections immediately.
Neurofeedback Results
Neurofeedback helps to improve functions such as concentration, short term memory, speech, motor skills, sleep, energy level, and emotional balance. The results of the training are permanent in most cases. Once the brain’s normal rhythmic patterns have been restored, the neurofeedback training is no longer necessary. The effect of the neurofeedback training is similar to the effect of training wheels. Once you have learned how to balance, the training wheels are no longer needed. The brain does not forget.
Initial Visit
On your first visit, you will receive an initial comprehensive evaluation. A printout of your brain waves and the results of the evaluation will be reviewed with you. If necessary, a schedule of neurofeedback training sessions will be established for you.
In addition you will have the opportunity to meet other patients and share in their stories of renewed hope. You will be impressed by their courage, commitment and progress. You will find acceptance and genuine concern for your well-being. But most of all, you will feel supported in your healing process.