How Neurofeedback Helps with Concussions
After a concussion, the brain often displays dysregulated electrical activity, including:
Excessive slow-wave activity (delta and theta waves) – Causing sluggish thinking, fatigue, and difficulty with focus.
Impaired alpha wave production – Affecting calmness, balance, and information processing.
Disrupted connectivity between brain regions – Impacting memory, emotional regulation, and cognitive performance.
Neurofeedback trains the brain to self-correct and re-establish healthy brainwave patterns, improving function in the areas most affected by injury.
The Neurofeedback Process for Concussion Recovery:
Brain Mapping (qEEG Analysis): A detailed scan identifies areas of abnormal brainwave activity associated with concussion symptoms.
Customized Neurofeedback Training: Patients engage in exercises using real-time audio/visual feedback that guides the brain toward healthier activity.
Progressive Improvement: With repeated sessions, the brain develops better regulation, communication, and cognitive clarity.
Key Benefits of Neurofeedback for Concussions
1. Improves Cognitive Function
Neurofeedback helps restore mental clarity, focus, and processing speed, making it easier to return to school, work, or everyday life.
2. Reduces Headaches and Brain Fog
By stabilizing overactive or underactive brainwave patterns, neurofeedback decreases chronic headaches, dizziness, and foggy thinking.
3. Enhances Mood and Emotional Regulation
Post-concussion irritability, anxiety, and depression are common. Neurofeedback calms the nervous system and restores emotional balance.
4. Improves Sleep and Energy Levels
Sleep disturbances often follow a concussion. Neurofeedback regulates sleep-related brainwaves, leading to better rest and faster recovery.
5. Supports Long-Term Brain Healing
Neurofeedback doesn’t just mask symptoms—it helps the brain rebuild healthy pathways, supporting a full and lasting recovery.
