The Effect of Infra-Slow Fluctuation Neurofeedback Training on a Cohort of Insomnia Participants

Q3 Medicine

NeuroRegulation Pub Date : 2021-09-30 DOI:10.15540/nr.8.3.137

Melissa Bekker, Karlien Balt, P. Bipath, J. Jordaan, P. D. Toit

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Abstract

Neurofeedback has gained great interest as a noninvasive treatment for various disorders. However, there is still a lack in literature regarding the effects of infra-slow fluctuation (ISF) neurofeedback training. ISF neurofeedback training is aimed at the lowest brainwave oscillations and attempts to balance dysregulated brainwave activity by inducing shifts in the parasympathetic and sympathetic response. The aim of this study was to determine whether ISF neurofeedback training has a significant effect in participants with insomnia by using quantitative electroencephalography (qEEG), Central Nervous System Vital Signs (CNS VS), and by measuring the changes of physiological vitals. The intervention consisted of 10 sessions for 40 participants separated equally into two groups. Significant results were achieved with improved core temperature ( p = .002), finger temperature ( p < .001), lower heart rate ( p = .002), systolic ( p = .003) and diastolic blood pressure ( p = .001). The qEEG components significantly improved within standard ranges. An improved neurocognitive state was achieved in terms of CNS VS, with a decrease in depression ( p = .003), anxiety ( p < .001), and stress ( p < .001). This study demonstrated that ISF neurofeedback training should be considered as a viable alternative that can be used concurrently with other insomnia treatment

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次慢波动神经反馈训练对失眠症患者的影响

神经反馈作为一种无创治疗各种疾病的方法已经引起了人们的极大兴趣。然而，关于次慢波动(ISF)神经反馈训练的效果，目前还缺乏相关文献。ISF神经反馈训练的目标是最低的脑波振荡，并试图通过诱导副交感神经和交感神经反应的变化来平衡失调的脑波活动。本研究的目的是通过定量脑电图(qEEG)、中枢神经系统生命体征(CNS VS)和测量生理生命体征的变化来确定ISF神经反馈训练对失眠症患者是否有显著影响。干预包括10个疗程，40名参与者平均分为两组。在改善核心温度(p = 0.002)、手指温度(p < 0.001)、降低心率(p = 0.002)、收缩压(p = 0.003)和舒张压(p = 0.001)方面取得了显著的结果。在标准范围内，qEEG成分显著改善。在CNS VS方面，神经认知状态得到改善，抑郁(p = 0.003)，焦虑(p < 0.001)和压力(p < 0.001)减少。本研究表明，ISF神经反馈训练应被视为一种可行的替代方法，可以与其他失眠治疗同时使用

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NeuroRegulation Medicine-Psychiatry and Mental Health

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2.50

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审稿时长

19 weeks

期刊介绍： NeuroRegulation is a peer-reviewed journal providing an integrated, multidisciplinary perspective on clinically relevant research, treatment, reviews, and public policy for neuroregulation and neurotherapy. NeuroRegulation publishes important findings in these fields with a focus on electroencephalography (EEG), neurofeedback (EEG biofeedback), quantitative electroencephalography (qEEG), psychophysiology, biofeedback, heart rate variability, photobiomodulation, repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Simulation (rTMS) and transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS); with a focus on treatment of psychiatric, mind-body, and neurological disorders. In addition to research findings and reviews, it is important to stress that publication of case reports is always useful in furthering the advancement of an intervention for both clinical and normative functioning. We strive for high quality and interesting empirical topics presented in a rigorous and scholarly manner. The journal draws from expertise inside and outside of the International Society for Neurofeedback & Research (ISNR) to deliver material which integrates the diverse aspects of the field, to include: *basic science *clinical aspects *treatment evaluation *philosophy *training and certification issues *technology and equipment