The Effects of Brain Training Using Infraslow Neurofeedback on the Autonomic Nervous System

Not Applicable

• Conditions: Dysautonomia; Neurological - Studies of the normal brain and nervous system

• Registration Number: ACTRN12618001719224
• Lead Sponsor: Professor Dirk De Ridder

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2018-10-18
• Study Completion: 2019-06-01
• Last Update Posted: 24 May 2021

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Stopped early
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 30

Inclusion Criteria

1. Men and women aged 18-60 years. With respect to our female participants, only women currently using monophasic hormonal contraception will be recruited as hormonal fluctuations that occur during the menstrual cycle are known to alter ANS function.
2..Right handedness as handedness affects EEG interpretation.

Exclusion Criteria

1. Certain medications (e.g. antidepressants and other psychotic medications)
2. Recent significant head injuries. e.g. concussion where consciousness is lost or surgery
3. Psychiatric disorders with psychotic symptoms or manic symptoms
4. Other health problems – diabetes, cancer, heart disease, uncontrolled hypertension
5. History of epilepsy
6. Metal implants or implanted electronics (pacemaker)
7. Recurring headaches
8. Currently pregnant

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified