Differential EMG biofeedback for children with ADHD: a control method for neurofeedback training with a case illustration.
Appl Psychophysiol Biofeedback
; 38(2): 109-19, 2013 Jun.
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ABSTRACT
The objective of the present paper was to develop a differential electromyographic biofeedback (EMG-BF) training for children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) matching multiple neurofeedback training protocols in order to serve as a valid control training. This differential EMG-BF training method feeds back activity from arm muscles involved in fine motor skills such as writing and grip force control. Tonic EMG-BF training (activation and deactivation blocks, involving bimanual motor tasks) matches the training of EEG frequency bands, while phasic EMG-BF training (short activation and deactivation trials) was developed as an equivalent to the training of slow cortical potentials. A case description of a child who learned to improve motor regulation in most task conditions and showed a clinically relevant reduction of behavioral ADHD symptoms illustrates the training course and outcome. Differential EMG-BF training is feasible and provides well-matched control conditions for neurofeedback training in ADHD research. Future studies should investigate its value as a specific intervention for children diagnosed with ADHD and comorbid sensorimotor problems.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Trastorno por Déficit de Atención con Hiperactividad
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Músculo Esquelético
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Neurorretroalimentación
Tipo de estudio:
Guideline
Límite:
Child
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Appl Psychophysiol Biofeedback
Asunto de la revista:
CIENCIAS DO COMPORTAMENTO
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PSICOFISIOLOGIA
Año:
2013
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Suiza