Neurofeedback, also known as EEG Biofeedback, is a new treatment modality that has been shown to be effective in treating
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Stroke
- Mild head injury
- Other neurological conditions.
Patients learn, over several sessions, how to train their brain waves or another display by seeing their own EEG on a computer screen. The patient learns to modify brain waves in ways that are known to be helpful for that particular person's electrophysiology.
One advantage of neurofeedback for ADD or neurofeedback for ADHD is that medication can be reduced or eliminated in some cases. A more complete description of the treatment can be found in this PDF document (requires Adobe Acrobat Reader).
In order for neurofeedback to have a good chance of working, the patient should plan on coming at least twice per week for a minimum of 15 weeks.
There are additional applications of neurofeedback. One is reducing the craving of substances such as alcohol and drugs. In fact, research has shown that neurofeedback has over an 85 percent success rate in treating alcohol abuse. Another application is helping PMS symptoms. And still another application is Peak Performance training, or training a person to have the optimal attention and focus possible for that person. Biofeedback has been shown to help people who suffer from chronic pain, migraines and headaches, and children who suffer from recurrent stomach aches.
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