Hemoencephalography—training cerebral blood flow rather than electrical activity. Targets prefrontal metabolism directly. Useful for attention deficits, migraines, and conditions where electrical training is challenging. Different mechanism than traditional EEG neurofeedback.
Livestreams on HEG Neurofeedback
Live Q&A sessions from Neurofeedback & Chill where Dr. Hill demonstrates protocols, answers viewer questions, and explores heg neurofeedback applications in real-time with QEEG examples and brain training discussions.
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Blood Flow Dymamics: Vasomotion & pirHEG Biofeedback
Your brain's blood vessels aren't passive pipes—they're rhythmic oscillators. Every 10 seconds, tiny arteries in your cortex squeeze and relax in coordinated waves. This is vasomotion, and three breakthrough 2024 papers just revealed something remarkable: these vascular oscillations are plastic, trainable, and functionally important for waste clearance and brain health. For 25 years, I've used a simple neurofeedback tool called passive infrared HEG (hemoencephalography) that measures prefrontal blood flow via thermal radiation. People train their blood flow up, and migraines decrease, attention improves, anxiety drops. But the mechanism was always vague—"training neurovascular coupling" or "increasing prefrontal activation." These new papers give us a sharper model. When you train with HEG, you're likely training the flexibility and coherence of vasomotion—teaching vascular oscillators to respond more smoothly to neural demand and potentially improving waste clearance through the glymphatic system. **Key findings from 2024 research:** • Vasomotion forms traveling waves across cortex that dominate resting perfusion (Broggini et al., *Neuron*) • Vascular oscillations are plastic and entrainable—repeated stimulation improves waste clearance (Sasaki et al., *eLife*) • After stroke, vessels lose their rhythm; restoring vasomotion may be neuroprotective (Zhao et al.) **The training hypothesis:** HEG neurofeedback uses repeated, spaced trials (up-regulate prefrontal blood flow, get feedback, rest, repeat). This is structurally identical to the entrainment protocols shown to train vasomotion in animal models. Over 10-20 sessions, you're teaching the prefrontal vascular network to oscillate more coherently and respond more efficiently. **Clinical data:** Multiple studies show HEG reduces migraine frequency/severity, improves attention and executive function, and decreases anxiety and depression. The evidence is solid. What's new is understanding *why*—we're training the rhythmic, plastic dynamics of the cerebrovascular system. This connects to my previous video on cognitive cadence: the 10-second vasomotion rhythm is one of the nested timescales that keeps your brain functioning. Lose the rhythm (chronic stress kills the pacemaker neurons), and cognition degrades. Train the rhythm, and function improves. **Primary sources:** Broggini et al. (2024) - *Neuron* - Traveling waves of vasomotion Sasaki et al. (2024) - *eLife* - Plastic vasomotion entrainment Zhao et al. (2024) - Vasomotion dysfunction after stroke Turner et al. (2025) - *eLife* - nNOS neurons as vascular pacemakers **Clinical HEG references:** Carmen (2004), Stokes & Lappin (2010), Walker & Lyle (2016), Dias et al. (2012), Baker (2023) --- ## Tags vasomotion, HEG neurofeedback, hemoencephalography, cerebral blood flow, brain waves, neurovascular coupling, glymphatic system, brain optimization, migraine treatment, ADHD, neurofeedback, biofeedback, prefrontal cortex, vascular plasticity, neuroprotection, cognitive neuroscience, functional neuroimaging, waste clearance, chronic stress Live Q&A as always. ⏰ Live at 6pm Pacific 👉 Prerelease book interest: https://andrewhillphd.com/gifted-and-tortured-book-pre-release-interest/ 👉 *Black Friday / Cyber Monday* QEEG & Neurofeedback Specials :https://www.peakbrain.global/black-friday 👉 *Book a free consult call:* https://calendly.com/drhill1 This is an interactive stream—bring your questions about brain patterns, neurofeedback, phenotypes, or anything brain-related. Whether you're new to neuroscience or a seasoned biohacker, all levels welcome!
🧠 What Interferes With Neurofeedback? What Ehhances It?
👉 Book a free consult call: https://calendly.com/drhill1 What makes neurofeedback work better—or worse? In this episode, we break down the critical factors that enhance or interfere with neurofeedback training. From supplements and medications to sleep, stress, and brain-state stacking, we’ll explore how to optimize plasticity—and how to avoid pitfalls that can derail your results. ⸻ 🎥 What’s inside this video: • Training frequency & intensity – Why more isn’t always better • Sleep – The most underappreciated neurofeedback enhancer • Supplements & Medications – What get stronger vs. what may blunt effects (like benzos or stimulants) • Plasticity stackers – Meditation, movement, and other practices that boost outcomes • Cautionary combos – What to know when combining NFB with things like general anesthesia, TMS, psychedelics, or HBOT • Poor communication & tracking – How lack of clarity between clients and clinicians sabotages progress • When symptoms worsen – Why some side effects are part of learning—and when to pause or reassess ⸻ 🧠 Key Takeaways: • Neurofeedback works best when the brain is well-resourced: rested, supported, and stable. • Synergistic tools like meditation can boost neuroplasticity, while conflicting inputs (e.g., meds or major interventions) need to be carefully timed. • Clear communication and proper tracking are essential—especially in remote or unsupervised settings. • Training through side effects without adjusting protocols may hinder long-term progress. ⸻ 💬 Questions to consider: • What changes have you noticed during neurofeedback—good or bad? • Do you stack NFB with anything else, like breathwork, sauna, or nootropics? • Have you ever had a session backfire—or something else amplify the effects? Share your experience in the comments below—I read them all and may feature them in a future episode on designing effective brain training stacks. ⸻ 📅 Live 6 PM Pacific Mondays Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for weekly science-backed brain updates. ⸻ 🧠 RESOURCES 👉 Book a free consult: https://calendly.com/drhill1 👉 $250 off QEEG Brain Mapping: https://peakbraininstitute.com/special/ ⸻ Relevant Topics: neurofeedback, QEEG, brain training, brain mapping, plasticity, brain optimization, stacking, sleep, supplements, EEG, meditation, NAD, TMS, general anesthesia, HBOT, side effects, clinical outcomes Tags: #Neurofeedback #BrainTraining #Biohacking #Neuroplasticity #BrainOptimization #QEEG #PeakBrain
🧠 pirHEG: Hemoencephalography on NFB & Chill live
👉Book a free consult call: https://calendly.com/drhill1 Join me for another weekly session where we dive into all things neurofeedback, brainwaves, and optimization! Tonight we're doing.of pirHEG, and I'll explain the tech - Hemoencephalography (vascular dynamics biofeedback) - nirHEG vs. pirHEG - prosumer devices vs. clinical system - targets like Migraine, ASD, Concussion, Brain Fog, and Peak Performance - Live EEGer Neurofeedback session! This is an interactive stream - bring your questions about brainwaves, neurofeedback, or anything brain-related. Whether you're new to neurofeedback or a seasoned practitioner, all levels welcome! ⏰ Live at 6 PM Pacific Drop your questions in the chat and let's explore the fascinating world of neuroscience together. Perfect background viewing while you wind down your day. #Neurofeedback #Brainwaves #QEEG #Biohacking #Neuroscience #LiveStream #BrainOptimization #Hemoencephalography 🔴 LIVE EVERY MONDAY 6PM PT Subscribe and hit the bell for weekly brain health updates! CONNECT: 💬 Chat with us live during the stream 📧 Questions? Drop them in the comments 🔔 Turn on notifications for upcoming streams 🧠 RESOURCES 🧠 👉Book a free consult call: https://calendly.com/drhill1 👉$250 off QEEG Brain Mapping at Peak Brain: https://peakbraininstitute.com/special/ 💡Whether you're a biohacking enthusiast, longevity seeker, or just curious about optimizing your health, this episode packs actionable insights backed by the latest research . neurofeedback, brain health, anti-aging, meditation, biological age, cognitive decline, longevity, brain training, EEG, mindfulness, digital technology seniors, music therapy, nature therapy, Harvard meditation study, neuroscience, brain optimization, live stream, Dr Hill, chill stream, relaxing educational content, 2025 research, cognitive function, memory improvement, stress reduction, healthy aging
🧠 Adult ADHD: Increased Dementia Risk?
Join me LIVE at 6pm Pacific for this week's episode of Neurofeedback & Chill, where we explore the surprising connection between ADHD and dementia. Recent research reveals adults with ADHD have nearly THREE TIMES the risk of developing dementia later in life. We'll examine: - The shared neurobiological mechanisms (EEG patterns, cerebral perfusion, brain iron accumulation) - How the right precentral cortex plays a critical role - Why neurofeedback and pirHEG biofeedback might be promising interventions - Practical strategies for those concerned about cognitive health This livestream builds on my recent article exploring this connection between ADHD and dementia in depth. Read it here: https://andrewhillphd.com/adults-with-adhd-increased-risk-of-dementia/ Questions? Drop them in the comments! #ADHD #Dementia #Neurofeedback #qEEG #BrainHealth #pirHEG #NeurofeedbackAndChill As always, the livestream includes an open Q&A where I'll answer your questions about neurofeedback, brain training, and neuroplasticity. 📌 Neurofeedback & Chill streams LIVE every Monday at 6PM Pacific on youtube.com/DrHill SUBSCRIBE for weekly neurofeedback content: [Subscribe link] 📚 Bring your questions for the Q&A session following the presentation #neurofeedback #braintraining #eeg #neuroplasticity #brainwaves #hemispheres #brainhealth #neuroscience #biohacking 💬 Drop your questions in the comments—let's explore brain health together! 👉 Watch LIVE: Mondays 6pm Pacific 📺 YouTube.com/DrHill 👉 Ready to optimize your brain? https://peakbraininstitute.com/brain-training/neurofeedback/ 👉 Book a consult: https://calendly.com/drhill1 👉 Book a discount QEEG: https://peakbraininstitute.com/special/
🧠 Neurofeedback & Chill AMA: Your Questions Answered Live
Welcome to this week's Neurofeedback & Chill, where I'm hosting an open Q&A session on all things neurofeedback, biohacking, and health optimization! ✨ Bring Your Questions About: - Neurofeedback technology and applications - Brain training protocols for specific goals - Biohacking tools and techniques - Health optimization strategies - Integrating multiple approaches for peak performance - Scientific research behind these methods - Getting started with brain training 💡 Whether you're new to neurofeedback or an experienced biohacker, this session is for you! I'll be answering questions live and diving deep into the science and practical applications of these powerful approaches. 📅 When: Tonight at 6 PM Pacific 📌 Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you don't miss future episodes! Can't make it live? Drop your questions in the comments, and I'll try to address them during the stream or later one. The replay will be available afterward. #Neurofeedback #Biohacking #BrainTraining #HealthOptimization #AMA #BrainHealth #PerformanceOptimization #CognitiveEnhancement #MentalPerformance #StressReduction #SleepOptimization #FocusImprovement #NeuralRegulation #NeuroplasticityTraining #BrainWaves #EEGTraining #PeakPerformance 💬 Drop your questions in the comments—let's explore brain health together! 👉 Watch LIVE: Mondays 6pm Pacific 📺 YouTube.com/DrHill 👉 Ready to optimize your brain? https://peakbraininstitute.com/brain-training/neurofeedback/ 👉 Book a consult: https://calendly.com/drhill1 👉 Book a discount QEEG: https://peakbraininstitute.com/special/