Frontiers in Neuroscience,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
17
Published: Nov. 20, 2023
Background
Among
the
brain-machine
interfaces,
neurofeedback
is
a
non-invasive
technique
that
uses
sensorimotor
rhythm
(SMR)
as
clinical
intervention
protocol.
This
study
aimed
to
investigate
applications
of
SMR
understand
its
effectiveness
in
different
pathologies
or
symptoms.
Methods
A
systematic
review
with
meta-analysis
EEG-based
performed
using
pre-selected
publication
databases.
qualitative
analysis
these
studies
was
Consensus
tool
on
Reporting
and
Experimental
Design
Neurofeedback
(CRED-nf).
The
Meta-analysis
efficacy
carried
out
Review
Manager
software,
version
5.4.1
(RevMan
5;
Cochrane
Collaboration,
Oxford,
UK).
Results
includes
44
studies,
which
only
27
had
some
kind
control
condition,
five
were
double-blinded,
three
reported
blind
follow-up
throughout
intervention.
included
total
sample
203
individuals
between
stroke
fibromyalgia.
Studies
multiple
sclerosis,
insomnia,
quadriplegia,
paraplegia,
mild
cognitive
impairment
excluded
due
absence
group
results
based
post-intervention
scales.
Statistical
indicated
patients
did
not
benefit
from
interventions
when
compared
other
therapies
(Std.
mean.
dif.
0.31,
95%
CI
0.03–0.60,
p
=
0.03),
there
no
significant
heterogeneity
among
classified
moderate
I
2
46%
-value
0.06.
Patients
diagnosed
fibromyalgia
showed,
by
means
quantitative
analysis,
better
for
used
−0.73,
−1.22
−0.24,
0.001).
Thus,
performing
pooled
conditions,
differences
observed
standard
therapy
(0.05,
95%,
−0.20
−0.30,
0.69),
presence
substantial
92.2%,
<
0.001.
Conclusion
We
conclude
although
electrophysiological
patterns
contemplates
interest
numerous
researchers
existence
research
presents
promising
results,
it
currently
possible
point
benefits
form
Therefore,
necessary
develop
more
robust
greater
rigorous
methodology
can
provide
population.
Frontiers in Neuroimaging,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
3
Published: April 25, 2024
Introduction
Neurofeedback
using
near-infrared
spectroscopy
(NIRS)
has
been
used
in
patients
with
stroke
and
other
patients,
but
few
studies
have
included
older
people
or
cognitive
impairment.
Methods
We
constructed
a
NIRS-based
neurofeedback
system
finger
tapping
to
investigate
whether
can
be
implemented
adults
while
brain
activity
improves
healthy
participants.
Our
simple
was
portable
wearable
optical
topography
(WOT-HS)
device.
Brain
evaluated
10
31
young
individuals
by
measuring
oxygenated
hemoglobin
concentration
during
implementation.
Results
During
neurofeedback,
the
of
increased
prefrontal
regions
both
Discussion
The
results
this
study
demonstrate
usefulness
NIRS
devices
for
its
potential
mitigate
decline.
Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
49(3), P. 457 - 471
Published: May 13, 2024
Neurofeedback
training
(NFT)
is
a
promising
adjuvant
intervention
method.
The
desynchronization
of
mu
rhythm
(8-13
Hz)
in
the
electroencephalogram
(EEG)
over
centro-parietal
areas
known
as
valid
indicator
mirror
neuron
system
(MNS)
activation,
which
has
been
associated
with
social
skills.
Still,
effect
neurofeedback
on
MNS
requires
to
be
well
investigated.
present
study
examined
possible
impact
NFT
suppression
protocol
encompassing
15
sessions
(45
min
each)
16
healthy
neurotypical
participants.
In
separate
pre-
and
post-training
sessions,
64-channel
EEG
was
recorded
while
participants
(1)
observed
videos
various
types
movements
(including
complex
goal-directed
hand
interaction
scenes)
(2)
performed
"Reading
Mind
Eyes
Test"
(RMET).
source
reconstruction
analysis
revealed
statistically
significant
during
movement
observation
across
MNS-attributed
fronto-parietal
after
NFT.
frequency
showed
no
NFT,
despite
fact
that
numerical
appeared
visible
majority
observation.
At
behavioral
level,
RMET
accuracy
scores
did
not
suggest
an
ability
interpret
subtle
emotional
expressions,
although
response
times
were
reduced
conclusion,
exhibited
preliminary
partial
evidence
can
induce
areas.
More
powerful
experimental
designs
longer
may
necessary
substantial
consistent
suppression,
particularly
observing
scenarios.
Neurophysiologie Clinique,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
54(5), P. 102997 - 102997
Published: July 10, 2024
Aberrant
movement-related
cortical
activity
has
been
linked
to
impaired
motor
function
in
Parkinson's
disease
(PD).
Dopaminergic
drug
treatment
can
restore
these,
but
dosages
and
long-term
are
limited
by
adverse
side-effects.
Effective
non-pharmacological
treatments
could
help
reduce
reliance
on
drugs.
This
experiment
reports
the
first
study
of
home-based
electroencephalographic
(EEG)
neurofeedback
training
as
a
candidate
for
PD.
Our
primary
aim
was
test
feasibility
our
EEG
intervention
home
setting.
Sixteen
people
with
PD
received
six
visits
comprising
symptomology
self-reports,
standardised
assessment,
precision
handgrip
force
production
task
while
recorded
(visits
1,
2
6);
3
×
1-hr
sessions
supress
mu
rhythm
before
initiating
movements
5).
Participants
successfully
learned
self-regulate
activity,
this
appeared
expedite
initiation
(i.e.,
time
reach
target
off-medication
pre-intervention
=
628
ms,
post-intervention
564
ms).
There
no
evidence
wider
reduction
(e.g.,
Movement
Disorder
Society
Unified
Disease
Rating
Scale
Part
III
Motor
Examination,
29.00,
post
30.07).
Interviews
indicated
that
well-received.
Based
significant
effect
positive
qualitative
from
participants,
suggestive
benefit
movement
initiation,
we
conclude
is
feasible
promising
warrants
further
research.
Human Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
20(2), P. 384 - 398
Published: Sept. 5, 2024
The
increasing
aging
of
the
global
population
requires
strategies
that
address
age-related
cognitive
decline.
This
study
investigated
impact
neurofeedback
(NF)
training
on
performance
in
healthy
older
adults,
those
with
mild
impairments
(MCI),
and
dementia
(MD).
Participants
engaged
bi-weekly
NeuroPlay
over
4
weeks,
targeting
theta/alpha
brainwave
frequencies.
results
revealed
intriguing
distinctions:
ACE-III
scores
significantly
improved
MCI
(p
<
0.001)
MD
=0.004)
groups,
signifying
robust
enhancements
attention,
memory,
language.
participants
displayed
notable
gains
digit
span
tests
=0.014)
participants’
Continuous
Performance
Task
indicated
fewer
errors
=0.003).
Meanwhile,
reaction
times
Simple
Reaction
Time
task
increased
=0.047)
for
participants.
These
findings
underscore
NF's
potential
to
enhance
functions,
particularly
attention-related
tasks,
suggesting
its
efficacy
as
an
intervention
tool
Frontiers in Neuroscience,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
17
Published: Nov. 20, 2023
Background
Among
the
brain-machine
interfaces,
neurofeedback
is
a
non-invasive
technique
that
uses
sensorimotor
rhythm
(SMR)
as
clinical
intervention
protocol.
This
study
aimed
to
investigate
applications
of
SMR
understand
its
effectiveness
in
different
pathologies
or
symptoms.
Methods
A
systematic
review
with
meta-analysis
EEG-based
performed
using
pre-selected
publication
databases.
qualitative
analysis
these
studies
was
Consensus
tool
on
Reporting
and
Experimental
Design
Neurofeedback
(CRED-nf).
The
Meta-analysis
efficacy
carried
out
Review
Manager
software,
version
5.4.1
(RevMan
5;
Cochrane
Collaboration,
Oxford,
UK).
Results
includes
44
studies,
which
only
27
had
some
kind
control
condition,
five
were
double-blinded,
three
reported
blind
follow-up
throughout
intervention.
included
total
sample
203
individuals
between
stroke
fibromyalgia.
Studies
multiple
sclerosis,
insomnia,
quadriplegia,
paraplegia,
mild
cognitive
impairment
excluded
due
absence
group
results
based
post-intervention
scales.
Statistical
indicated
patients
did
not
benefit
from
interventions
when
compared
other
therapies
(Std.
mean.
dif.
0.31,
95%
CI
0.03–0.60,
p
=
0.03),
there
no
significant
heterogeneity
among
classified
moderate
I
2
46%
-value
0.06.
Patients
diagnosed
fibromyalgia
showed,
by
means
quantitative
analysis,
better
for
used
−0.73,
−1.22
−0.24,
0.001).
Thus,
performing
pooled
conditions,
differences
observed
standard
therapy
(0.05,
95%,
−0.20
−0.30,
0.69),
presence
substantial
92.2%,
<
0.001.
Conclusion
We
conclude
although
electrophysiological
patterns
contemplates
interest
numerous
researchers
existence
research
presents
promising
results,
it
currently
possible
point
benefits
form
Therefore,
necessary
develop
more
robust
greater
rigorous
methodology
can
provide
population.