Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic review
Neurofeedback (NF) is a biofeedback technique that teaches individuals self-control of brain functions by measuring brain activations and providing an online feedback signal to modify emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functions. NF approaches typically rely on a single modality, such as electroen...
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| author | Giuseppina Ciccarelli Giovanni Federico Giulia Mele Angelica Di Cecca Miriana Migliaccio Ciro Rosario Ilardi Vincenzo Alfano Marco Salvatore Carlo Cavaliere |
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| description | Neurofeedback (NF) is a biofeedback technique that teaches individuals self-control of brain functions by measuring brain activations and providing an online feedback signal to modify emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functions. NF approaches typically rely on a single modality, such as electroencephalography (EEG-NF) or a brain imaging technique, such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI-NF). The introduction of simultaneous EEG-fMRI tools has opened up the possibility of combining the high temporal resolution of EEG with the high spatial resolution of fMRI, thereby increasing the accuracy of NF. However, only a few studies have actively combined both techniques. In this study, we conducted a systematic review of EEG-fMRI-NF studies (N = 17) to identify the potential and effectiveness of this non-invasive treatment for neurological conditions. The systematic review revealed a lack of homogeneity among the studies, including sample sizes, acquisition methods in terms of simultaneity of the two procedures (unimodal EEG-NF and fMRI-NF), therapeutic targets field, and the number of sessions. Indeed, because most studies are based on a single session of NF, it is difficult to draw any conclusions regarding the therapeutic efficacy of NF. Therefore, further research is needed to fully understand non-clinical and clinical potential of EEG-fMRI-NF. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-824407c63bd944e3b3b64305261c52e72023-03-31T07:53:31ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Human Neuroscience1662-51612023-03-011710.3389/fnhum.2023.11230141123014Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic reviewGiuseppina CiccarelliGiovanni FedericoGiulia MeleAngelica Di CeccaMiriana MigliaccioCiro Rosario IlardiVincenzo AlfanoMarco SalvatoreCarlo CavaliereNeurofeedback (NF) is a biofeedback technique that teaches individuals self-control of brain functions by measuring brain activations and providing an online feedback signal to modify emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functions. NF approaches typically rely on a single modality, such as electroencephalography (EEG-NF) or a brain imaging technique, such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI-NF). The introduction of simultaneous EEG-fMRI tools has opened up the possibility of combining the high temporal resolution of EEG with the high spatial resolution of fMRI, thereby increasing the accuracy of NF. However, only a few studies have actively combined both techniques. In this study, we conducted a systematic review of EEG-fMRI-NF studies (N = 17) to identify the potential and effectiveness of this non-invasive treatment for neurological conditions. The systematic review revealed a lack of homogeneity among the studies, including sample sizes, acquisition methods in terms of simultaneity of the two procedures (unimodal EEG-NF and fMRI-NF), therapeutic targets field, and the number of sessions. Indeed, because most studies are based on a single session of NF, it is difficult to draw any conclusions regarding the therapeutic efficacy of NF. Therefore, further research is needed to fully understand non-clinical and clinical potential of EEG-fMRI-NF.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2023.1123014/fullEEG-fMRIneurofeedbacksimultaneousbiofeedbackclinical neuroscience |
| spellingShingle | Giuseppina Ciccarelli Giovanni Federico Giulia Mele Angelica Di Cecca Miriana Migliaccio Ciro Rosario Ilardi Vincenzo Alfano Marco Salvatore Carlo Cavaliere Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic review Frontiers in Human Neuroscience EEG-fMRI neurofeedback simultaneous biofeedback clinical neuroscience |
| title | Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic review |
| title_full | Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic review |
| title_fullStr | Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic review |
| title_full_unstemmed | Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic review |
| title_short | Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic review |
| title_sort | simultaneous real time eeg fmri neurofeedback a systematic review |
| topic | EEG-fMRI neurofeedback simultaneous biofeedback clinical neuroscience |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2023.1123014/full |
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