In your body, various functions are involuntary and controlled by the nervous system. The body functions include electroencephalography (EEG), heart rate, and blood pressure. There are training techniques can assist you in gaining control over these automated functions. It is known as biofeedback training and is used to treat a variety of both brain based and autonomic nervous system inefficiencies.
Types of biofeedback therapy in New York
The most common varieties in New York include:
• EEG (electroencephalography), or neurofeedback, is responsible for measuring electrical brain activity. EEG biofeedback (neurofeedback) is helpful for patients with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), depression, anxiety, head injury/concussion, and seizures.
• Heart variability biofeedback is responsible for measuring your autonomic nervous system through heart rate and respiration. This method is effective in reducing anxiety, increasing stress management and enhancing peak performance.
How does biofeedback therapy work?
In the sessions, electrodes/sensors are attached to your body to record signals coming from your physiology; such as heart rate, respiration and brain wave activity. This is passive and non-invasive.
During the session, these measurements are displayed on a monitor that helps you better understand your physiological state and how to shift or change these measurements to be reduce symptoms and negative experiences. Over time these modifications in your physiology become conditioned to respond in a more healthy way.
Biofeedback therapy can be very useful in helping control involuntary body function. However, you need to seek the services from qualified personnel for the best results.
