Brain Scan and Neurofeedback Therapy

BRAIN SCAN

What we call the “Brain Scan” or “Brain Mapping” at Virginia Family  Medicine is a simpler name for a “quantitative electroencephalogram” or “qEEG”. The qEEG gives your provider a quantitative method to lean on when examining your mental health, to make sure your needs are best met. Given how certain different mental health issues can, at times, present similarly, your provider can elect to use state-of-the-art qEEG to chart a path to better mental health.

An electrode cap is put over the head of the patient and gel inserted between the electrodes and your scalp. Readings are taken for a few minutes, and then data analysis compares your brain to thousands of others’. A follow-up appointment a week later will let us communicate the results to you and work with you to create a plan of action to reach your mental health goals.

If you think a qEEG “Brain Scan” is right for you, consult your VFM provider to see if it’s an appropriate course of action!

Brain Scans are only offered at our Tysons II Office on Chain Bridge Road.

 

NEUROFEEDBACK THERAPY

Virginia Family Medicine is proud to offer neurofeedback therapy at our Tysons location. Neurofeedback therapy involves the application of sensors to the head to give feedback to the patient as to how to change their own biochemistry. There are currently two types of non-invasive, state of the art, evidence-based neurofeedback at VFM- and we are continually adding more! Schedule a free consult with to learn more.

EEG Neurofeedback: 

EEG electrodes are applied to the brain to read a medley of brain waves (Alpha, Beta, Theta, Delta, Gamma). In a healthy individual, a certain amount of brain waves are present in particular proportions throughout the head. When there is a deficit, the proportion of types of brainwaves are irregular. Typically, this is unobservable to the person experiencing it except for symptoms they may be experiencing. By connecting their brain to real-time analysis software, we can reward the brain when the brain waves are within target and remove the reward when they are out of bounds. Thus, the patient slowly begins to mold their own brain to a more healthy ideal. This type of neurofeedback is applicable to many scenarios including ADHD/ADD, TBI, headache, anxiety, and insomnia- just to name a few.

HEG NIR Neurofeedback (Hemoencephalographic Near-Infrared):

By measuring the amount of red light that passes through the frontal lobe, HEG neurofeedback measures the amount of blood flow to the frontal lobe. By increasing blood flow to the frontal lobe, one can see a decrease in executive function problems- namely ADHD for which this is most popular. HEG neurofeedback is also excellent for what is called “peak performance” neurofeedback in which the patient does not have any deficits per se, but wants to be able to go above and beyond average functioning. HEG neurofeedback has a narrow application, but can be used to tremendous effect.

There are no major side-effects to either treatment other than some short-term fatigue after the session. Book an appointment to speak with our neurofeedback and neuropsychological testing specialist Safa Farhoumand to learn more!

Lab Services

Many aspects of your health can be determined through blood and urine tests. At Virginia Family Medicine, we have phlebotomists in our three offices located in Vienna and Fairfax, Virginia, to save you an extra trip. To book your next appointment and see if lab services are a necessary step, call Virginia Family Medicine or request an appointment online at one of three convenient locations in Vienna and Fairfax, Virginia, today.

Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing

Physical activity is critical to your overall health and factors into most wellness plans. Virginia Family Medicine offers Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET) at our Tysons II location in Vienna, Virginia. CPET is a noninvasive method to determine the performance of your heart and lungs at rest and during exercise using a stationary bicycle. Call Virginia Family Medicine or make an appointment online today.

In-Office Procedures

Some simple procedures can be done in the office from your physician at Virginia Family Medicine. To request an appointment, call one of our offices in Vienna or Fairfax, Virginia, today.

Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care is a noninvasive, drug-free method of treatment for a wide range of painful conditions. At Virginia Family Medicine in Vienna and Fairfax, Virginia, chiropractic care is tailored to your specific needs to alleviate your pain and restore your quality of life. Call Virginia Family Medicine or schedule an appointment online today.

Integrative Medicine

When managing a condition that affects every aspect of your life and well-being, it only makes sense to take an approach to care that does the same. At Virginia Family Medicine in our Fairfax, Virginia office, board-certified integrative medicine specialist Sharon Sherling, MD, ABIHM, provides integrative care to heal your body, mind, and spirit when you’re unwell. To add integrative approaches to your treatment plan, call Virginia Family Medicine or reserve an appointment online today.

Weight Management

If you’re overweight, managing your weight might feel impossible, confusing, or too difficult to be worth it. At Virginia Family Medicine in Tysons, Vienna, and Fairfax, Virginia, we provide individualized and medically supervised weight management plans that teach you how to establish healthy habits that help you lose weight and keep it off. Reserve an appointment over the phone or online at Virginia Family Medicine for weight management today.

DOT Physical

If you drive for a living, you might need an official Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical. You can schedule your DOT physical with Carolyn Turpin, FNP, with Virginia Family Medicine at our office in Fairfax, Virginia. Carolyn Turpin, FNP, is registered as a licensed medical examiner on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) National Registry and is certified to perform these types of physical examinations. Call Virginia Family Medicine to make an appointment for your DOT Physical today.

Immigration Physical

If you’re in the midst of your immigration process, you need an official immigration physical to comply with the requirements. At Virginia Family Medicine, with three convenient locations in Vienna and Fairfax, Virginia, Kavian Milani, MD, offers immigration physicals. Dr. Milani is a designated civil surgeon for Homeland Security and is certified to perform these evaluations. Call Virginia Family Medicine or book your immigration physical appointment online today.

Mental Health

It’s common knowledge to focus on your physical health and report symptoms when you get them. At Virginia Family Medicine in Tysons, Fairfax, and Vienna, Virginia, the team emphasizes the equal importance of your mental health and encourages you to seek treatment when your thoughts, behaviors, or emotions are out of step. To get started on your mental health management, request an appointment by phone or online at Virginia Family Medicine today.

Women’s Health

Tests and screenings of all kinds give you and your physician a better idea of your health and allow you to take better care of your body. To book your next women’s health appointment, call Virginia Family Medicine at one of their three locations in Vienna and Fairfax, Virginia, or request an appointment online today.

Annual Physicals

When you feel healthy, scheduling your annual physical is probably near the bottom of your to-do list. However, taking the time to check in on your health once a year is a critical part of preventive health care. Virginia Family Medicine provides annual physicals for you and your family at three convenient locations in Vienna and Fairfax, Virginia. Don’t put off your annual physical, call Virginia Family Medicine, or make an appointment online today.

Family Medicine

Family medicine is an excellent, comprehensive primary health care option for you, your children, and your parents. Virginia Family Medicine, with three locations in Tysons, Vienna, and Fairfax, Virginia, offers personalized family medicine services to every member of your family, saving you time and ensuring continuity of care at every age. If you’re looking for patient-focused, attentive family medicine services, call Virginia Family Medicine or schedule a consultation online today.