The use of EEG biofeedback to improve memory, concentration, attention and reduce emotional tension

• Main Authors: Joanna Białkowska, Dorota Mroczkowska, Martyna Wickland-Białkowska
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Univeristy of Physical Education in Krakow 2019-10-01
• Series: Rehabilitacja Medyczna
• Subjects: EEG biofeedback; neurorehabilitation; computer software in rehabilitation
• Online Access: http://rehmed.pl/gicid/01.3001.0013.5097
• ISSN: 1427-9622; 1896-3250

Biofeedback is a method of giving patients computerised feedback signals about changes in the physiological state of their body. This allows them to learn how to consciously modify functions not controlled consciously. This method allows active and conscious involvement of the patient in controlling their own physiological processes. The therapy aims to regulate the frequency of human brain waves. The human brain produces different ranges of waves that are characteristic of different types of human activity, a mechanism used in this method. The use of this method in routine rehabilitation with a specifically designed computer programme provides physicians, physiotherapists, neuropsychologists and speech therapists with a new tool for treatment, opportunities for improvement in treatment, and helps them better plan and develop treatment strategies using Evidence-Based Medicine. The aim of the work is to discuss how EEG Biofeedback software can be applied in neurorehabilitation and to discuss the use of EEG Biofeedback software in order to improve memory, concentration, attention, reduce emotional tension, increase resistance to stress, improve self-control, self-esteem and relaxation. Key words EEG biofeedback, neurorehabilitation, computer software in rehabilitation Article received: 14.01.2019; Accepted: 17.09.2019