This new technology is an exciting use of brainwave technology, however, it is not neurofeedback.

Huffington Post described the new technology as follows:

In order to walk, the patient wore a cap with electrodes that detected his brain signals. These electrical signals — the same as those a doctor looks at when running an electroencephalogram (EEG) test — were sent to a computer, which "decoded" the brain waves. It then used them to send instructions to another device that stimulated the nerves in the man's legs, causing the muscles to move.

In neurofeedback, we have used an EEG to measure brainwaves and provide brainwave feedback for decades. It is interesting and exciting to see brainwave technology used to help this man walk.

Google News is linking to many versions of this story. Here are three:

How a Paralyzed Man Walked Again
TIME Magazine

Paralyzed Man Walks Using Technology That Bypasses Spinal Cord
US News & World Report

Paralyzed Man Walks Again Using Brain-Wave System
Huffington Post

Some people have asked for details about a beautiful poster on the wall at Springfield Neurofeedback. The poster shows gamma rays, X-rays, visible light, radio waves and all known ranges of the electromagnetic spectrum.

The poster includes brainwaves!

Anthony Tekatch,the author of the poster, gave us permission to share a link to his website. Anthony also mentioned that there is a free full pdf version of the poster at the link.

Here is the link:

Electromagnetic Radiation Spectrum Poster

Scroll to the bottom of the page to see the the free full pdf version of the poster.

Over the years, I had learned to manage my symptoms of anxiety fairly well, however, it was not until I received LENS neurofeedback that I began to experience freedom from anxiety. My mental clarity has continued to improve long after LENS sessions ended. I continue to become more at ease in social situations. I enjoy sleep more than I once knew was possible.

I was so impressed with the results of LENS neurofeedback that I wanted to make it available to others and I trained to become a LENS Practitioner.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Missouri. I worked in a psychiatric hospital for three years and I offered counseling services in private practice for eight years. My primary focus is now neurofeedback though I am available for counseling in some circumstances. Neurofeedback is not counseling or psychotherapy, though I often draw on my experience as a counselor when providing neurofeedback. I also draw on my experience in small business and my experience with a transnational corporation when I work with professionals who are seeking to optimize their performance with LENS.

I have been honored to provide the LENS to many people over the past year. I have been delighted to see so many achieve improvement of their symptoms and develop a greater sense of ease in their daily lives. I have also witnessed seemingly miraculous results with the LENS. I know that what I witnessed is the extraordinary capacity of the brain and body to regain balance with assistance from the LENS. I want to express my gratitude to the people with whom I have the pleasure of working.

I enjoy talking about the LENS and would be happy to answer your questions. You can call Springfield Neurofeedback at 417-812-5263. Some questions are answered on our FAQ page, so be sure to check there. If you are interested in pursuing the LENS, check out our Get Started page for additional information about the LENS.

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]]>Hello from Paul WickershamUncategorizedSpringfield NeurofeedbackSat, 12 Oct 2013 00:46:36 +0000http://springfieldneurofeedback.com/news/tbi-traumatic-brain-injury-and-lens55aea164e4b072a1af45e02d:55c0c9a4e4b024943a9d73b3:55df3785e4b0604a771bd036Traumatic Brain Injury and LENS by Dr Dubin- This link is another video. We love that we can bring this technology to the Ozarks! Bring on the healing.

Until recently there has been no effective treatment for traumatic brain injury. Neurofeedback, particularly LENS neurofeedback, is unique in how it works-basically allowing the brain to free itself from frozen, dysfunctional patters-and how rapidly it works-improvements are seen within the first few sessions. "LENS is, without question, the most effective therapy I've seen for TBI."