Neuro-what? That's what we first said when we heard about this alternative treatment. The wonderful Front Line co-founders, Russ and Patrice, introduced us to neurofeedback clinician Kimberly Smith. Through a grant from Homecoming for Veterans, Kim was able to offer us her services to help JR with his headaches and PTSD symptoms. After some thought and research, we decided to go ahead with this alternative treatment and have attended 20 sessions. We are seeing some results, but it will likely be a long journey to recovery. Luckily, Kim is willing to dedicate her time and expertise.
According to her website,Neurofeedback, also called EEG Biofeedback, is a learning strategy that enables a person to alter their own brain waves. Thus, neurofeedback can be referred to as brain exercise or brain training. Neurofeedback is training in self-regulation. Good self-regulation is necessary for optimal brain function. Self-regulation training enhances the function of the central nervous system and thereby improves mental performance, emotional control, and physiological stability.
Neurofeedback has been used to treat or aid numerous issues including: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Depression, and much more. Our questions was, "But what can it do for PTSD?" We learned more about by watching the video below:
During JR's first 20 sessions, we have seen a reduction in the number of major headaches JR has experienced. They are not gone yet and he still has some major ones pop up once in a while, but we hope that we will see more success as we continue our Neurofeedback journey. Any questions about the treatment, feel free to contact us or Kim through her website: kerntyb.com. We will continue to update on JR's journey with Neurofeedback and hopefully will be able to report good news!
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