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What Is Neurofeedback?
Neurofeedback is the direct training and observing of the brain in live time while ‘retraining’ the brain. LENS Neurofeedback is considered non-traditional neurofeedback. It is also called EEG Biofeedback, because its basis is in electrical brain activity, electroencephalogram, known as EEG. Its purpose is to self-regulate which is a necessary part of optimal brain function and performance. The training targets specific areas of the brain to help create new neurons and neural pathways thus allowing the nervous system to function better.
What Is LENS?
LENS stands for Low Energy Neurofeedback System, a method developed by Len Ochs, Ph.D., in 1990 as a non-medication alternative for addressing mental health issues. Unlike medication, which targets the chemical system, LENS focuses on the electrical system of the brain. It has gained global recognition, being utilized in over 30 different countries.
This specific type of neurofeedback is known for its rapid efficacy compared to traditional methods. It’s particularly suitable for individuals who struggle with sitting still, as the client doesn’t need to actively participate during sessions. Typically lasting only a few minutes, LENS is ideal for those who have difficulty maintaining attention for extended periods, as required by traditional neurofeedback.
Remarkably, over 85% of clients have reported significant benefits from LENS Neurofeedback Therapy, with positive results sometimes noticeable after just one session. Over one million individuals have undergone LENS treatment, and the software continually analyzes data to enhance its performance and provide ongoing education for practitioners.
What can LENS Neurofeedback Therapy help treat?
LENS addresses various issues related to brain dysregulation. In addition to the ones mentioned below, LENS can also prove effective in alleviating concerns such as headaches/migraines, chronic pain, stroke recovery, symptoms associated with autism and ADHD, fears/phobias, trauma, emotional disturbances, mood disorders, focus issues and brain fog, tantrums, anger, balance, tremors, lack of motivation, and degenerative brain disorders like Parkinson’s and dementia.
LENS therapy can help self-regulate your brain, reduce cravings, and restore healthy brain function. Whether addressing underlying issues with substance dependency, behavior, or eating disorders. - Lack of clarity about emotions, self-comforting
- Defensiveness, argumentative, cynicism
Sensory skills that may have been missing or incomplete in early brain development, as well as other behaviors that manifest as dysregulation. Addressing underlying issues with brain-based training has proven to have lasting changes and reduced symptoms. - Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Attention deficit disorder (ADD)
- Concentration, impulsiveness, disorganization, memory and clarity
A concussion or traumatic brain injury, if left untreated, can last for years. LENS promotes the growth of new brain cells and connections in affected areas. Post-brain training is common for clients to regain their quality of life.
- Headaches, fatigue, memory loss
- Mood changes
- Attention issues
Life presents us all with experiences of anxiety, depression, and stress. LENS Therapy unlocks these patterns through brain mapping (QEEG) to identify areas of dysregulation. With consistent training, the brain learns to regulate and reduce these symptoms, providing lasting effects on everyday life. - Problems of anxiety system activity
- Persistent “anxiety,” restlessness, rumination, agitation, distractibility
- Difficulty breathing
Post-traumatic stress disorder can negatively impact one’s day-to-day life for years. LENS Neurofeedback Therapy locates the affected area(s) of the brain and restores optimal function.
- Headaches, fatigue, mood changes
- Agitation, restlessness, sleep interruption
LENS is proven to help the brain calm down at bedtime, allowing most clients to fall asleep naturally, restore natural sleep rhythms, and stay asleep.
- Restlessness
- Sleep interruption
- Agitation
How Does LENS Work?
The LENS Neurofeedback Therapy System has been approved by the FDA. LENS is a proven non-invasive therapy for optimizing brain performance. The therapy relies on EEG-based technology to deliver low-amplitude electromagnetic energy to the scalp. Remarkably, the intensity of this energy is comparable to that of a watch, with radio frequency waves being 4,000 times weaker than those emitted by a cell phone.
LENS operates as a disruptive technology, effectively interrupting dysfunctional brain patterns and allowing the brain to recalibrate in specific areas. The brain responds positively to this low-energy signal, as stronger signals would trigger a defensive response. The therapy’s results can significantly enhance the client’s quality of life by reducing or eliminating previous symptoms. Sessions are brief, typically lasting 3-5 minutes, and are gentle, with most clients not feeling anything during the session. The effects of the therapy are enduring, although progressive conditions such as MS and Parkinson’s may require ongoing treatment to maintain progress.
What to Expect When Receiving LENS Neurofeedback Therapy
After being seated in a comfortable chair in a relaxing environment, your LENS-certified practitioner applies tiny electrodes to the scalp to measure the brainwave activity and deliver treatment. This information is analyzed via the computer software and provides information on the client’s brainwave frequencies. Through a patented process, it then sends this information back to the client’s brain through the sensors, interrupting the maladaptive patterns. The sessions are painless and can last anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes, depending on the client’s physiology and sensitivity. Results can be seen in as little as 1-4 sessions, with the average number of sessions being 11-12. LENS is an exceptional option for all individuals from as young as six months. It is also highly effective in animals.
Why NASHVILLE BRAIN & WELLNESS?
Embracing a heart-centered approach to healing, our commitment lies in enhancing the performance of the brain, nurturing the spirit, and fostering the vitality of the body. Each practitioner brings a wealth of knowledge and years of experience in the healing fields.