Simultaneous real-time EEG-fMRI neurofeedback: A systematic review

Frontiers in Human Neuroscience

Human Neuroscience

Miriana Migliaccio¹  Carlo Cavaliere¹  Angelica Di Cecca¹  Giulia Mele¹  Giuseppina Ciccarelli¹  Ciro Rosario Ilardi¹  Vincenzo Alfano¹  Marco Salvatore¹  Giovanni Federico² 

[1] IRCCS SYNLAB SDN S.p.A., Naples, Italy;null;

关键词: EEG-fMRI;    neurofeedback;    simultaneous;    biofeedback;    clinical neuroscience;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fnhum.2023.1123014

 received in 2022-12-13, accepted in 2023-03-15,  发布年份 2023

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

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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