TOURETTE SYNDROME TREATMENT
WHAT IS TOURETTE SYNDROME?
Tourette Syndrome (also known as Tourette’s), is a neurological disorder characterized by repeated and involuntary body movements or sounds (tics) that begin before the age of 18. Tourette’s is more likely to be diagnosed in boys than girls.
Tics can vary in type, frequency, and severity; they are typically classified as simple or complex. Simple tics are sudden, brief, repetitive movements or vocalizations that utilizes very few muscle groups. On the other hand, complex tics are coordinated, patterns of movements or vocalizations that involves the use of several muscle groups.
Those who are diagnosed with Tourette’s are often diagnosed with another co-occurring condition/disorder. Although there is no “cure” for Tourette Syndrome, there are many interventions available, such as neurofeedback, that can help manage or reduce symptoms of Tourette’s and co-occurring conditions.
Tourette Syndrome Symptoms
Simple tics
eye blinking / eye movements
head jerking
throat clearing
grunting
Complex tics
sniffing / touching objects
hopping / jumping
repeating words/phrases
combinations of movements and sounds
Other symptoms
irritability / emotional distress
hyperactivity
trouble with concentration
learning difficulties
How does Neurofeedback work?
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1. Brain map
Brainwave assessment identifies imbalances and helps to create a personalized treatment plan.
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2. Treatment setup
Non-invasive sensors and headphones are placed on your head and the treatment session begins.
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3. Brain activation
Software translates your brainwave data and stops or starts audio/visual media based on your brain activity.
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4. Conditioning
In response to the audio/visual feedback, your brain adapts and learns to regulate your brainwaves and build new, healthy neural pathways.
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5. Brain Training
Over time with continuous brain training, healthy brain activity in target regions increases, and symptom-associated activity decreases.
3 steps away from getting help
Step 1: Schedule a consult
Complete the simple form on the bottom of this page or call us directly (212) 877-2130 for questions or to schedule.
Step 2: Intake, Assessment and Brain map
You can share your mental issues in the intake and we schedule the brain- and neurocognitive assessment. A complete Brain map is part of the personalized treatment plan
Step 3: Start program and expect noticeable results
During the training program you will experience results within a few sessions. Personalized brain training can quickly improve the quality of life with long lasting results.
Related Research
Neurofeedback Training for Tourette Syndrome: An Uncontrolled Single Case Study. Click Here