4C LTD at the Clarion Location announces Infraslow Neurofeedback! (ISF)
Neurofeedback is a non-invasive, brain-based biofeedback intervention that trains the brain to function in healthier, more efficient ways. With the assistance of a technician, neurofeedback therapy allows an individual to tap into the brain’s innate capability to self-regulate and optimize itself. Over time, dysregulation is corrected leading to improved cognitive function, greater emotional stability, and increased quality of sleep. Another way to describe it is: A TUNEUP for your Brain!
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What is INFRASLOW FLUCTUATION NEUROFEEDBACK (ISF)?
WHAT IS DEEP NEUROFEEDBACK?
Deep neurofeedback or Infra-slow Fluctuation Neurofeedback is a powerful (noninvasive) brain training that uses EEG equipment to modify brain waves in the inner parts of the brain (mainly the hypothalamus area) which help to regulate most body functions including mood, energy, blood flow, anxiety, balance, breathing, eating, focus, temperature, sleep, pain, vision, bowel functioning and hormones. By regulating the brain through wave training using the power of learning (no magnetism or electrical currents are entering the body), bodily functions become regulated too. Surface neurofeedback is a milder version of brainwave training where surface training (at specific spots of the brain) is an indirect way to reach the internal workings of the brain. ISF goes directly to the source of the dysfunction so it is usually faster and more global. ISF is evidence-based, researched around the world, and is practiced utilizing reliable and valid software systems. All of the ISF clinicians around the world use the same protocols, frequencies and same equipment, so if you choose to move, we can look into finding a clinician in your new location.
WHAT KINDS OF SYMPTOMS ARE HELPED BY DEEP NEUROFEEDBACK?
Neurofeedback can help alleviate symptoms associated with anxiety, asthma, developmental trauma, concussions, sleep disruptions, ADHD, traumatic brain injury, fibromyalgia, migraines, learning disabilities, Raynaud’s, addictions, depression, bipolar disorder, eating, gastric intestinal issues, PTSD, eating disorders, brain fog, and is also effective with athletes training for peak performance.
WHAT IS A SESSION LIKE?
During a session, we will talk about the symptoms you are experiencing, and discuss the 24-hour report from the previous session, so that we can decide what to do in this session. You will be connected to the biofeedback equipment using water-soluble paste to hold the sensors in place. There is NO electricity or magnetism used. You can put your feet up and relax for the session. Temperature is monitored with a finger thermometer and symptoms are tracked by a quick check-in every 5 minutes to determine changes. If you notice that you are feeling different, please let your technician know, even before your technician asks you. During the session, you will listen to deep tones that reflect your deep brain-wave patterns. Many children comment that the training tones remind them of whales talking with each other. The 24 hours after the session are really important! A report on symptoms will be sent via email/google drive and you are asked to track symptoms to determine the settings for the next session. The next session is entirely based on your symptoms both from the 24 hours as well as how you are feeling during the session.
ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?
Usually. Deep neurofeedback is symptom-driven, which means there is often a mixture of positive and negative “symptoms” associated with training. The symptoms that arise are typical short in duration and will disappear in 24-48 hours, or often during the next session. Negative symptoms can include nausea, dizziness, anxiety, depression, heart palpitations, dizziness, slowed-down, revved-up, and blurred vision. Since these symptoms can be challenging to handle, deep neurofeedback is not recommended for someone who is not in a position to feel worse during the first few sessions. For example, if someone is extremely depressed then deep neurofeedback would not be suggested. Also, it is difficult to provide ISF if the client has cognitive challenges where he/ she is unable to track 24-hour symptoms. We make sure that we only offer ISF when we are available on an emergency basis, in case you have any discomfort that cannot wait for your regularly scheduled appointment.
WHAT DO I DO BETWEEN SESSIONS?
Keeping an accurate account of your symptoms is vital to your training. Many clients choose to use a journal or a cell phone app journal. Since the training is working with the inner part of your brain, there is no way to track your symptoms of training, or your progress, except through your report. You will be given a 24-hour report that will help your technician to determine your training protocol for your next session. It is suggested that you try to keep your routine for the next 24 hours as normal as possible. For example, we recommend that you keep your diet as normal as possible for 24 hours. If you don’t normally eat spicy foods then do not eat spicy foods in your 24 hours. If you develop gastric symptoms during your 24 hours, then we will know that this is related to your training and not due to a new spicy food. We also recommend that you keep your usual medication usage during the 24 hours.
HOW DO I MAKE THE MOST OF MY SESSIONS?
It is important not to talk during the session since it’s not possible to hear the training sounds while talking. Brief talking is important though when discussing your symptoms as they arise during the session. If you feel anything unusual during the session, it’s important to tell your technician immediately. After the first few sessions, you can choose to read a book or simply just sit back and relax during your session. There is no talk therapy during your sessions. This is brain training not talk therapy
HOW OFTEN AND FOR HOW LONG DO I DO ISF NEUROFEEDBACK?
Ideally, you will start with 2 sessions in the first few weeks. This helps optimize your brain training as quickly as possible. However, if you can only schedule one time a week that is fine! It will just take a bit longer to get optimized. Once you are optimized, or set at the right frequency for your brain, then we gradually step down the frequency of your visits and from your feedback we determine the maintenance schedule that is right for you. You will let the technician know if your symptoms return or start increasing. That is a cue to let us know with what regularity your maintenance should be. It could be monthly, or every 6 months and anywhere in between. But keep in mind, maintenance is only AFTER you are optimized and have reached your treatment goals and are STABLE for some time
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Use the contact form below to get set up with Neurofeedback. Make sure to mention “NF” or Neurofeedback in your message and a PHONE NUMBER to contact you. Someone will contact you by phone and get your intake set up to see if you are a good fit for ISF Neurofeedback.