Pain processing and regulation
Chronic pain and fibromyalgia
Chronic pain affects the body, nervous system, and daily life. Neurofeedback and biofeedback may complement medical treatment by addressing pain processing, muscle tension, and autonomic activation.
- Chronic Pain
- Fibromyalgia & Autoimmune Conditions
When pain persists
Persistent pain can disrupt sleep, concentration, movement, and social activity. Fibromyalgia often involves changing pain, fatigue, sleep difficulties, and heightened sensitivity to stimuli.
With autoimmune conditions, inflammation, disease activity, and medical treatment can play an important role. Regulation training does not replace these aspects of care.
Pain involves several interacting systems
Pain is processed by the nervous system and may be influenced by muscle tension, poor sleep, stress, and previous pain experiences. This does not mean that pain is imagined or originates only in the brain.
Before training, we review the diagnosis, current medical care, tolerance for activity, and specific goals. Unexplained or newly changed pain requires medical assessment.
Possible areas for training
Biofeedback can display muscle activity, breathing, skin conductance, or heart rate variability. Neurofeedback can provide feedback on selected EEG patterns. The measure used depends on the clinical question.
- Observe links between tension and pain
- Practise influencing physical activation
- Take recovery and sleep into account
- Adjust training to better and more difficult days
Role within medical care
Chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and autoimmune conditions require appropriate medical care. Neurofeedback and biofeedback may form part of a multimodal plan. Response is individual, and evidence varies by condition and method.
Discuss your pain situation
We review the main symptoms, current care, and whether complementary training may be suitable.