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Neurofeedback in Hereditary Angioedema: A Single Case Study of Symptom Reduction

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Neurofeedback training was performed consisting of rewarding and encouraging 12–15 Hz brainwaves (SMR), while simultaneously discouraging 4–7 Hz brainwaves (theta) and 22–30 Hz brainwaves (high beta) in the right dorsal posterior quadrant of the brain (T4, P4) for 20 half-hour NFB sessions to determine the impact on cortisol levels, DHEA-S levels, scores on the Symptom Checklist-90-R (SCL-90-R), the quality of life inventory, and acute attack medication usage for a Hereditary Angioedema patient.

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Burns, S.T. Neurofeedback in Hereditary Angioedema: A Single Case Study of Symptom Reduction. Appl Psychophysiol Biofeedback 40, 251–256 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10484-015-9288-7

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