Neurofeedback is used as a treatment option for a variety of conditions associated with head injuries and headaches. We’ve worked with clients who have experienced concussions, migraines, recurring headaches, stress and tension headaches and even eye strain. The following article focuses on research of veterans with symptoms relating to concussions and shows improvements in their symptoms after a few sessions.
Carlson et al’s Article
Concussions, also known as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), are often considered a temporary injury. However, many people often suffer from chronic headaches, sleep disorders and cognitive impairment for years after the original event. Neurofeedback has been an effective treatment in dealing with many of the continued symptoms which can be ongoing.
A recently published randomised controlled trial by Carlson et al. investigated the efficacy of Infra-Low Frequency Neurofeedback (ILF NFB) as a potential non-invasive treatment method. Veterans with long-lasting post-concussive symptoms were treated with ILF NFB over several weeks.
After 20 sessions over 8-10 weeks the participants reported significant improvements in headache and pain perception; sleep quality; cognitive performance and mental stress and quality of life.
If this is something that has impacted you or someone you know then please get in touch to find out more about how we can help.
The full study can be found here