Neurofeedback: does it really work?

Differences between neurofeedback and other Biofeedback Eeg systems

The Non-linear dynamic neurofeedbackwhich uses Neuroptimal® Zengar® technology, it certainly appears to be the scientifically more avant -garde software. It makes use of the discoveries of the last century in the fields of information technology, mathematics, physics and neuroscience.

Unlike the systems of EEG Biofeedback Previous, which focused on standardized brain models, this innovative system optimizes the brain performance of each individual brain. He evaluates his subjective and peculiar characteristics by allowing him to work by exploiting his potential to the maximum with the aim of reducing the state of suffering.

It has been shown that the brain, in addition to replacing and self -regulating, is plastic. That is, it is capable of reorganizing itself based on learning by improving the management capacity of somatic apparatuses.

For whom does neurofeedback work?

As already mentioned, the non-linear dynamic system of this type of neurofeedback leads to a progressive improvement of the potential of each person, whatever the starting point.

It works for many anxious spectrum disorders such as insomnia, muscle-tensive headache and tachycardia. But also for behavior disorders or difficulty of attention and concentration. It has proven to be useful in psychosomatic disorders, both at a gastrointestinal and dermatological level as well as in the field of addictions.

Below, for each disorder on which the neurofeedback worksthe various effectiveness percentages indicated by statistical studies of the University of Victoria in Canada are reported.

Effective data of dynamic neurofeedback

Sleep disorders, effective in 83% of cases. Migraine, positive results to 87%. Tachycardia, 72%. Gastrointestinal disorders (aerophagia, burning, gastroesophageal reflux, diarrhea, bad digestion ..) percentage of efficacy achieved 80%.

As far as some behavior disorders such as ADHD and aggression for example, the results are concerned with 83% in the ADHD (but without the side effects of drugs) and in 86% of cases for aggression, anger and impulsiveness.

Even in a particularly “difficult” disorder such as Tinnitus (tinnitus) shows positive results 50% of the time, given not achieved to now by any treatment.

Finally, to conclude this short and not complete excursus on the effects, it is important to report positive results to 80% in addictions and 78.3% in Peak Performances, that is, the optimization of sports but also artistic or work performance.

But does neurofeedback work for everything?

The training with dynamic neurofeedback He absolutely does not want to propose himself as a panacea of ​​all evils. Based on improving brain functions and central nervous system and not on pathology, it facilitates better functioning of the whole body. Exactly how muscle training improves general performance. It therefore detaches itself from a linear western vision, the search for specific causes, going towards a more integrated, holistic, psycho-biological functioning.

Finally, in the most “resistant” cases, the training with dynamic neurofeedback works very well in association with a psychotherapeutic path, especially if cognitive-behavioral.

Are there any contraindications or side effects of neurofeedback?

To date, the data available indicate that anyone can use the help provided by non -linear dynamic neurofedback. There are no exclusion criteria compared to age, psychophysical condition or in the presence of any pathologies, except for strong hearing loss.

Training has no side effects And it is absolutely not invasive as it imposes nothing to the central nervous system. Facilitates the correct processing of information by the brain through feedback (return information). This is not an “electrical stimulation”, but a signal that is sent to the brain by auditory via a micro interruption of listening to music.

The Non -linear dynamic neurofeedback Neuropmal® is not a medical device and is in no invasive way. Sometimes after the first sessions some people report a flexion of improvement (if it had already been obtained) or a slight intensification of the symptoms, reactions that disappear with the continuation of the training.

Why does not linear dynamic neurofeedback work?

Concluding, we can say that the training with neurofeedback Non-linear dynamic works because it allows the reorganization and self-regulation of cerebral wave patterns. Informs the brain and the central nervous system on its real -time operation through acoustic feedback. Thus allowing them to correct dysfunctional or oversized models of patterns that contribute to the symptomatological expression.

The acoustic feedback provided by this tool helps the brain to remain attentive and aware of its functioning in the present moment. The result is the possibility of self-regulation and distance from the pathological attractors consisting of certain types of wave without having to pass for the re-enactment of painful memories.

Neurofedback is not in fact a verbal therapy and does not involve having to relive the trauma of the past so as not to be affected the negative effects anymore.

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Websites

• https://neuroptimal.com
• http://neurofeedbackfirenze.it/it
• http://www.neurotimo.it