This page contains a Flash digital edition of a book.
success rate of 80% to 90% for clearing ADD/ADHD symptoms and a 70% to 80% success rate for clearing anxiety symptoms. Other studies have shown that neurofeedback therapy outperforms medication therapy 3 to 1. The number of sessions a person may need to retrain his brain depends on the severity of symptoms. It is very rare for a person to not respond at all, or to not notice improvements within about 20 sessions. The improvements are almost always permanent.


Are There Any Reported Neurofeedback Side Effects?


Side effects from neurofeedback therapy are extremely rare and only include mild dizziness or a headache when they do occur. Compare those to the possible severe side effects reported for medication therapy (which include death).


Why Neurofeedback is a Smart Addition to an Integrative Psychological


Treatment Plan Neurofeedback is very effective, but it is just one part of an integrative approach to treating ADD, ADHD, anxiety and other neurological disorders. Integrative doctors order special tests in order to determine the root cause(s) of an illness and to formulate the best individualized treatment plan. For example, a holistic physician may order testing to reveal a patient’s neurotransmitter and hormone levels. Neurotransmitter and hormonal imbalances underlie many chronic health problems. These imbalances must be brought back into harmony for the brain and the body to function properly; they are connected and constantly interfacing. Viewing neurofeedback results alongside neurotransmitter testing both validates the neurofeedback fi ndings and helps aid in the treatment process. Specifi c supplements help build neurotransmitters and can accelerate the outcome of neurofeedback therapy because the brain has been given the right building blocks to make the necessary changes. The brain is electro-chemical. Neurofeedback aids in correcting the electrical imbalances


March 2017 17


that facilitate the chemical reactions. If there are not enough chemicals (neurotransmitters), there will be a slower response to the treatment. Allergies, toxin exposure and emotional stressors may also be found at the root cause level of illness. Integrative doctors also evaluate immune system health and the body’s general state of infl ammation. A comprehensive health program (which includes nutrition, supplementation and appropriate detoxifi cation) is always the most direct path to both prevention and healing. Selectively adding therapies such as neurofeedback provides an individual with the most effective treatment. Neurologic disorders may not be curable, but with the correct treatment they are manageable, allowing a healthy, successful and productive life!


Joseph Cannizzaro, MD has been


practicing pediatrics in Central Florida for over thirty years. As a classically- trained primary care physician who practices functional medicine, Dr.


Cannizzaro believes that integrative medicine can bring conventional and complementary healing modalities together, creating a highly personalized and high-touch healing environment. Call Cannizzaro Integrative Pediatric Center at 321- 280-5867 for a meet & greet with Dr. Cannizzaro and to learn more about the new Neurofeedback Therapy Program available to his patients.


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44