Remember Me? Negative Effects of Neurofeedback - My Experience Quote: Originally Posted by sck I am seeking help for a relative who has severe side effects from neurofeedback treatments

Looking to improve your golf game? Quote: Originally Posted by lynn I know that it has been a little while since you submitted your post. The changes usually take place quite seamlessly. Originally Posted by lynn Questionnaires of transient adverse side effects were completed by all volunteers before each session. This is part of the process. Did I mention that I also struggle with severe health anxiety? I was one for a hip replacement I had high hopes of improvement for my life and ended up with a worse mess. Very tight, seized up, chattering, trembling, at all times. The FDA has approved neurofeedback as effective for stress reduction.

Having read only good things about it, I agreed. Page 1 of 2. DuguXin New Member. Simply, if Neurofeedback therapy can benefit you in any way, especially significantly, it can also work in the opposite direction, in my case, significantly. Smilies are On. Smilies are On. The time now is AM. Join Date: Aug Posts: 4,

Looking to improve your golf game? The material on this site is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by a qualified health care provider. I had not heard of Neurofeedback, nor obviously seen this old Thread. My Mood:. I kept reading that there were "no negative side effects" on nearly every piece of literature I was given. Are you planning to try neurofeedback yourself? And I'd like to preface my brief story by expressing my disappointment in how blatantly irresponsible it is to not only neglect to inform new patients to NF therapy about the risks of negative side effects, but to actually instill a false sense of confidence, and reassurance in a reluctant patient by telling them that, in fact, there are NO negative side effects whatsoever. The FDA has approved neurofeedback as effective for stress reduction.

DetectableVibration New Member. Good question. Negative Effects of Neurofeedback - My Experience. I was already worried and anxious over what is causing the original symptoms and this has made everything so much worse. Neurofeedback Northwest. Fibro onset at 61, Hip Replacement "mess" 72 nerve damage, IT band damage, shorter leg. Based on your intake forms and your brain map , we generally have a good idea of which of these effects, if any, you might experience. Negative Side Effects of Neurofeedback - After one session Recently, I have been under much stress and have had some kind of a flare with neurological symptoms consisting of various peripheral neuropathies over the course of the last weeks. Hi, someone there to help me please? After the first 5 treatments eyes open , I had not yet experienced any significant difference.

I guess my fear now is not that NF is causing my issues, but that it only exacerbated a preexisting condition. Substances Placebos. It is truly frightening. BB code is On. Join us now! Then, after meeting with the counselor, my confidence in the therapy was even further reinforced. Some really bleak possibilities there. Unlike medication, nothing is put into the body or brain.

I was already worried and anxious over what is causing the original symptoms and this has made everything so much worse. My teeth would chatter, sightly, all the time. Thank you again for your kind words. Some really bleak possibilities there. From this point on there was no improvement from where I had started, when I first worked through the doors to the clinic, only an attempt at getting back to normal. Quote: Originally Posted by needing help Hi, someone there to help me please? When your brain has the opportunity to reorganize itself, you feel calmer, clearer, happier and able to function better. We monitor your brain activity during neurofeedback sessions, so can tell if your brain is getting tired or overworked and adjust your training accordingly.

Then, after meeting with the counselor, my confidence in the therapy was even further reinforced. I kept reading that there were "no negative side effects" on nearly every piece of literature I was given. I had one session and am experiencing side effects as well. Foods can heal and can kill. I know that it has been a little while since you submitted your post. Very tight, seized up, chattering, trembling, at all times. After the first 5 treatments eyes open , I had not yet experienced any significant difference. Originally Posted by sck

From this point on there was no improvement from where I had started, when I first worked through the doors to the clinic, only an attempt at getting back to normal. Did I mention that I also struggle with severe health anxiety? I could feel energy coursing through me at all times. To tell a potential patient that, because this process is non-invasive, there are simply no risks involved, only benefits, is complete nonsense and borderline criminal. Similar Threads. I informed my counselor about this, always keeping an open line of communication with her about how the treatments were affecting me, and she decided to change the protocol to an eyes closed. My teeth would chatter, sightly, all the time. From 6 to 10 is when things started to go down hill. I am seeking help for a relative who has severe side effects from neurofeedback treatments

Hi, I know this was posted a few months ago but I thought I would respond. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members PM , respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. From 6 to 10 is when things started to go down hill. We are hoping someone on this site has info that could lead us in the direction of getting back to "normal. Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here. Did I mention that I also struggle with severe health anxiety? So, backing up, my mom was curious to see how this treatment could benefit me, and eventually some of her own patients, so she offered to pay for 20 treatments if I were the guinea pig. My mom is an occupational therapist who works with developmentally disabled children. Brain training excellence since Some really bleak possibilities there.

Site Navigation. Page 1 of 2. I've created an account to address this inquiry, specifically. Very smart of you to research the possible negetave effects of NF. I was already worried and anxious over what is causing the original symptoms and this has made everything so much worse. Perfectly You. The material on this site is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by a qualified health care provider. Very tight, seized up, chattering, trembling, at all times. Mukilteo, WA

I had been researching neurofeedback and I am reading stories like yours so there must be some people who have found healing for themselves too. Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here. Join Date: Aug Posts: 4, Join us now! Originally Posted by needing help. View Public Profile. Some really bleak possibilities there. Join Date: Mar Posts: 1. I had not heard of Neurofeedback, nor obviously seen this old Thread. Perfectly You.

Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here. Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here. Join Date: Jan Posts: 6. Originally Posted by needing help. From 6 to 10 is when things started to go down hill. Hi, I know this was posted a few months ago but I thought I would respond. The reason I stayed with it was that my logic told me that if neurofeedback was responsible for this, neurofeedback could also be my salvation. She's finding good help with grape seed extract since taking it now 5 yrs or so. Join Date: Nov Posts: 3. Some would ask me why I continued to do it that long after I started to have negative effects.

It's very likely that I would have gone through with the treatments regardless, though. Are you planning to try neurofeedback yourself? Originally Posted by sck The fatigue feels much like the mental tiring after learning a complex mental skill, or the exhaustion felt after speaking a non-fluent language. I know that it has been a little while since you submitted your post. To tell a potential patient that, because this process is non-invasive, there are simply no risks involved, only benefits, is complete nonsense and borderline criminal. Mark Forums Read. When your brain has the opportunity to reorganize itself, you feel calmer, clearer, happier and able to function better. Remember Me?

Highly intelligent and very compassionate. Negative Side Effects of Neurofeedback - After one session. Very smart of you to research the possible negetave effects of NF. I am seeking help for a relative who has severe side effects from neurofeedback treatments I had one session which was 3 days ago and the side effects have been awful. On chap, strangely in my view, seems to defend still having these negative episodes after SIXTY sessions. She saw a demonstration done by a wonderful woman, of whom eventually became the counselor that oversaw my NF treatments. I cannot stress enough about how wonderful, and deeply involved this woman is with the affects of this process on her patients.

The fatigue feels much like the mental tiring after learning a complex mental skill, or the exhaustion felt after speaking a non-fluent language. Page 1 of 2. Smilies are On. Join us now! I had one session which was 3 days ago and the side effects have been awful. Welcome DuguXin. From 6 to 10 is when things started to go down hill. Neurofeedback Northwest. Brain training excellence since Peak Performance.

Welcome to the NeuroTalk Communities! The reason I stayed with it was that my logic told me that if neurofeedback was responsible for this, neurofeedback could also be my salvation. This has resulted in particular success for those dealing with the trauma of concussion and traumatic brain injuries. Negative Effects of Neurofeedback - My Experience Quote: Originally Posted by sck I am seeking help for a relative who has severe side effects from neurofeedback treatments After the first 5 treatments eyes open , I had not yet experienced any significant difference. She saw a demonstration done by a wonderful woman, of whom eventually became the counselor that oversaw my NF treatments. I was functioning, and doing rather well at the time. Negative Side Effects of Neurofeedback - After one session. Simply, if Neurofeedback therapy can benefit you in any way, especially significantly, it can also work in the opposite direction, in my case, significantly.

Originally Posted by DetectableVibration. Much, much worse off than I was before. I talked about a friend who has dealt with neuropathy for 15 yrs and went the gabapentin route and now off all drugs except some tylenol and advil as needed. My mom is an occupational therapist who works with developmentally disabled children. Mukilteo, WA Perfectly You. We monitor your brain activity during neurofeedback sessions, so can tell if your brain is getting tired or overworked and adjust your training accordingly. Thread Tools. View Public Profile.

Welcome DuguXin. Neurofeedback side effects. NeuroTalk Forums Helping support those with neurological and related conditions. Negative Effects of Neurofeedback - My Experience Quote: Originally Posted by sck I am seeking help for a relative who has severe side effects from neurofeedback treatments We monitor your brain activity during neurofeedback sessions, so can tell if your brain is getting tired or overworked and adjust your training accordingly. Join Date: Jan Posts: 6. Welcome to the NeuroTalk Communities! My teeth would chatter, sightly, all the time. Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here.

Join Date: Nov Posts: 3. At all. View Public Profile. Join Date: Jan Posts: 6. Secondly, your symptoms sound like those that occur when the body endures a chronic stress reaction. The fatigue feels much like the mental tiring after learning a complex mental skill, or the exhaustion felt after speaking a non-fluent language. Smilies are On. Don't do that. Kitt Grand Magnate. Good question.

Benefits of Neurofeedback. Join Date: Sep Posts: 2. But the idea of being free from medication was tempting. BB code is On. Initially it caused a horrible headache and instead of feeling relaxed it has done the opposite for me and I have been unable to sleep,experiencing increased anxiety as well as a slight worsening of what ever is going on with me since having just the 1 session. I had been researching neurofeedback and I am reading stories like yours so there must be some people who have found healing for themselves too. Welcome to the NeuroTalk Communities! Join us now! Join Date: Aug Posts: 4, Originally Posted by pretdou.

Because these issues started showing themselves practically over night. First, I am so sorry for what you are coping with. We had both, independently of one another, read a little about neurofeedback therapy and the wonders it can do to improve so many different conditions. This is why I made the decision to go through with the treatments. Brain training excellence since Negative Side Effects of Neurofeedback - After one session. Smilies are On. Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here. Foods can heal and can kill. Originally Posted by sck

Originally Posted by pretdou. My mom is an occupational therapist who works with developmentally disabled children. Because the field my mom works in, and because she chooses to stay informed, she exposes herself to demonstrations of a range of potentially beneficial treatments that are available. The time now is AM. I kept reading that there were "no negative side effects" on nearly every piece of literature I was given. It felt like I could light up a light bulb with my bare hands. So, backing up, my mom was curious to see how this treatment could benefit me, and eventually some of her own patients, so she offered to pay for 20 treatments if I were the guinea pig. Much, much worse off than I was before. We monitor your brain activity during neurofeedback sessions, so can tell if your brain is getting tired or overworked and adjust your training accordingly.

Join Date: Nov Posts: 3. My Mood:. Jump to navigation. I cannot stress enough about how wonderful, and deeply involved this woman is with the affects of this process on her patients. Mark Forums Read. I was already worried and anxious over what is causing the original symptoms and this has made everything so much worse. All times are GMT I informed my counselor about this, always keeping an open line of communication with her about how the treatments were affecting me, and she decided to change the protocol to an eyes closed. Negative Side Effects of Neurofeedback - After one session.

NeuroTalk Forums Helping support those with neurological and related conditions. Mark Forums Read. Kitt Grand Magnate. Welcome to the NeuroTalk Communities! Some would ask me why I continued to do it that long after I started to have negative effects. Perfectly You. This is why I made the decision to go through with the treatments. Get Focused. I've created an account to address this inquiry, specifically.

Perfectly simple. I had one session and am experiencing side effects as well. Join us now! Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today! Then, the energy I felt, seemed to get a bit looser. I have struggled with depression and anxiety for the better part of my 30 year existence. Smilies are On. Quote: Originally Posted by needing help Hi, someone there to help me please? Page 2 of 2. Join Date: Nov Posts: 3.

Page 1 of 2. Similar Threads. Very smart of you to research the possible negetave effects of NF. Also, I had read in several places during my research after the negative effects began that if a patient displays negative effects, these are the same patients with the highest success rate after enough treatments. Join Date: Mar Posts: 1. Mukilteo, WA Initially it caused a horrible headache and instead of feeling relaxed it has done the opposite for me and I have been unable to sleep,experiencing increased anxiety as well as a slight worsening of what ever is going on with me since having just the 1 session. After the first 5 treatments eyes open , I had not yet experienced any significant difference.

Some really bleak possibilities there. I think your best bet is going to be connecting with others who have been where you are and have found things that help. Which, that's just crazy. Page 1 of 2. To date no one has been able to figure what the problem is and so far all tests are negative. Foods can heal and can kill. Forum Rules. My teeth would chatter, sightly, all the time. Join Date: Nov Posts: 3.

A list of my symptoms below: -Constantly trembling, internally vibrating, teeth chattering I would compare this to the feeling of being cold, as far as how the body responds in an attempt to stay warm. Then, the energy I felt, seemed to get a bit looser. This was important, because though I had struggled with depression and anxiety for the better part of my life, it was very manageable with medication. All times are GMT This is part of the process. View Public Profile. I spent the next 12 treatments, 22 in all, attempting to regain my normalcy. Peak Performance.

Thank you again for your kind words. Hope by now that you are doing better. The side effects can be divided into non-specific side effect, associated with the neurofeedback training in general and specific ones associated with the particular protocol. The fatigue feels much like the mental tiring after learning a complex mental skill, or the exhaustion felt after speaking a non-fluent language. Prior to neurofeedback, using medication seemed like the only effective option to make life tolerable for the child and family. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members PM , respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. BB code is On. Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here.

Perfectly simple. Secondly, your symptoms sound like those that occur when the body endures a chronic stress reaction. Has anyone else experience this and how did you cope with these side effects? Originally Posted by lynn Quote: Originally Posted by needing help Hi, someone there to help me please? Negative Effects of Neurofeedback - My Experience. In conclusion, I find myself pretty screwed up. First, I am so sorry for what you are coping with. Which, that's just crazy.

Some really bleak possibilities there. Good question. The changes usually take place quite seamlessly. Forum Rules. How It Works. Hi, someone there to help me please? Thank you for responding. Recently, I have been under much stress and have had some kind of a flare with neurological symptoms consisting of various peripheral neuropathies over the course of the last weeks. I was already worried and anxious over what is causing the original symptoms and this has made everything so much worse.

Posting Rules. Some of the things I'm experiencing are nightmarish. Need help please Quote: Originally Posted by DetectableVibration I've created an account to address this inquiry, specifically. It turned into an internal vibration, eventually turning into a visible and eerily rhythmic tremble. Unlike medication, nothing is put into the body or brain. We have seen many doctors, but to this point have been unable to retify the problems. I find myself in a similar boat. Mark Forums Read. The reason I stayed with it was that my logic told me that if neurofeedback was responsible for this, neurofeedback could also be my salvation.

She saw a demonstration done by a wonderful woman, of whom eventually became the counselor that oversaw my NF treatments. About Us. I know that it has been a little while since you submitted your post. We are hoping someone on this site has info that could lead us in the direction of getting back to "normal. Some really bleak possibilities there. Did I mention that I also struggle with severe health anxiety? Join Date: Mar Posts: 1. I looked into what kinds of things can cause SNS disorders, and yikes. I was already worried and anxious over what is causing the original symptoms and this has made everything so much worse. I have vowed to never go through another session again.

From 6 to 10 is when things started to go down hill. Good question. Perfectly simple. Join Date: Jan Posts: 6. Also, I had read in several places during my research after the negative effects began that if a patient displays negative effects, these are the same patients with the highest success rate after enough treatments. Page 1 of 2. I find myself in a similar boat. She saw a demonstration done by a wonderful woman, of whom eventually became the counselor that oversaw my NF treatments. Some would ask me why I continued to do it that long after I started to have negative effects. Brain training excellence since

We both agreed we are all guina pigs for all these treatments. Negative Effects of Neurofeedback - My Experience Quote: Originally Posted by sck I am seeking help for a relative who has severe side effects from neurofeedback treatments Negative Side Effects of Neurofeedback - After one session Recently, I have been under much stress and have had some kind of a flare with neurological symptoms consisting of various peripheral neuropathies over the course of the last weeks. BB code is On. Based on your intake forms and your brain map , we generally have a good idea of which of these effects, if any, you might experience. Join Date: Mar Posts: 1. Kitt Grand Magnate. And I'd like to preface my brief story by expressing my disappointment in how blatantly irresponsible it is to not only neglect to inform new patients to NF therapy about the risks of negative side effects, but to actually instill a false sense of confidence, and reassurance in a reluctant patient by telling them that, in fact, there are NO negative side effects whatsoever.