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The Effectiveness of Cognitive Training Using Electroencephalography in Acute Stroke Cases
Yi-Hsuan Wu1,2, Chiung-Fang Chang3, Wei-Hsien Chien2,4
111G, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, New Taipei City 220, Taiwan.
Journal of Clinical Medicine
|June 12, 2026
Summary
Electroencephalogram (EEG) training may improve cognitive function in acute stroke patients. This pilot study observed significant cognitive gains after 10 EEG sessions, suggesting potential clinical applications.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Cognitive Science
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Stroke affects 17 million globally each year, often impairing cognitive functions.
- Cerebral hypoxia and infarction post-stroke can lead to widespread cognitive deficits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To monitor cognitive abilities in acute stroke patients using electroencephalogram (EEG) interventions.
- To assess the effectiveness of EEG training on cognitive performance post-stroke.
Main Methods:
- 30 acute stroke patients underwent 10 EEG intervention sessions.
- Cognitive function was evaluated using pre- and post-intervention Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and Conners' Continuous Performance Test (CPT3).
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in MMSE (p=0.0001) and CPT3 (p=0.007) scores post-EEG intervention.
- EEG training showed a potential association with cognitive performance changes in stroke survivors.
Conclusions:
- EEG-based interventions may offer potential for cognitive improvement in stroke patients.
- Findings are preliminary due to the pilot nature and lack of a control group; further research is warranted.
