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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Clinical Neurology

Background:

  • Neurofeedback is a brain-computer interface (BCI) that allows self-regulation of neuronal activity.
  • It holds potential for inducing long-term brain plasticity and treating brain disorders.
  • Its application as an adjunctive therapy in drug-resistant epilepsy is under-explored.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review early neurofeedback protocols used in epilepsy.
  • To critically evaluate existing clinical studies on neurofeedback for epilepsy.
  • To discuss potential neurophysiological mechanisms and future research directions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of neurofeedback protocols and clinical studies in epilepsy.
  • Analysis of neurophysiological mechanisms underlying neurofeedback effects.
  • Discussion on standardization and innovation in clinical trials.

Main Results:

  • Early neurofeedback protocols for epilepsy were identified.
  • A critical overview of clinical studies highlights the need for more rigorous inquiry.
  • Potential therapeutic mechanisms and areas for trial innovation were discussed.

Conclusions:

  • Neurofeedback shows promise as an adjunctive therapy for epilepsy.
  • Further research and standardized clinical trials are essential.
  • Innovating trial designs based on recent evidence can advance its clinical application.