Neurological Dysregulation Syndrome

Brain Wave Balance
Over thirty years of research has demonstrated that, for any given circumstance there is an accepted normal pattern of brain wave activity. This healthy pattern is referred to as Neurological Regulation. A healthy, balanced, and properly regulated nervous system will produce the appropriate levels and at the appropriate times for any given situation.

Brain Wave Imbalance
Neurological Dysregulation Syndrome (NDS) is the result of tension on the nervous system causing an imbalance of neurological function. For example, it is appropriate for the brain to produce Beta waves when it is focused on a task. However, in some individuals, focusing on a task results in the production of Theta instead of Beta. Outwardly this particular patient would demonstrate symptoms of inattention and hyperactivity - much like we see in some cases of ADD/ADHD. This reversal is just one example of Neurological Dysregulation Syndrome. Some of the conditions that may be the result of NDS include: ADD/ADHD, Headaches/Migraines, Learning Disorders, Memory Loss, Overeating/Binge Eating, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Anxiety Disorders, Insomnia, and Age Related Cognitive Disorders.

 Causes of NDS include: 

• Unresolved Stress- Physical and/or Emotional
• Poor Nutritional Stress
• Drug and Chemical Stress
• Postural/Alignment Stress
• Trauma

If key parts of the brain, or the entire brain, are weakened by any of the factors listed above, it could have major effects on the entire body. A common denominator in everything from ADD and Autism to headaches and chronic pain syndromes like fibromyalgia may be the brain. It is important to note the removing the initial cause of NDS does NOT always correct the problem. The atypical pattern of brain wave activity becomes encoded in the circuitry of the nervous system. Over time, the tension on the nervous system creates neuroplastic changes that remain even after the cause of the tension is removed. The Neurological Dysregulation Syndrome becomes self-perpetuating. Removing the tension by correcting the spine or improving nutrition does not necessarily affect the encoded patterns within the brain. These patterns must be addresses directly with retraining exercises that create new, more appropriate patterns. BrainCore Therapy is designed specifically to address NDS with retraining exercises.