The Effect of Neurofeedback Training on Executive Control Network of Attention and Dart-Throwing Performance in Individuals with Trait Anxiety

Kavianipoor, Hadis; Farsi, Alireza; Bahrami, Alireza

doi:10.1007/s10484-023-09587-1

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“…The results showed a significant difference in performance on both the executive control network and dart-throwing ability between the neurofeedback group and the control group. The results of the study confirmed the efficacy of neurofeedback training in improving the neural mechanisms of the executive control of attention and performance for throwing ability through enhanced attention processes [53].…”

Section: Application Of Neurofeedback In Shootingsupporting

confidence: 61%

Improving Mental Skills in Precision Sports by Using Neurofeedback Training: A Narrative Review

Corrado,

Tosti,

Mancone

et al. 2024

Sports

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Primary objectives of neurofeedback training (NFT) are to improve concentration, stress and anxiety management, and performance optimisation. This narrative review examines the role of NFT as a tool to improve mental and cognitive skills of target shooting and archery athletes. Current research discusses how neurofeedback training can act on brain waves by influencing specific EEG frequency bands in order to improve cognitive flexibility. This contribution reports studies that have applied neurofeedback protocols in precision disciplines such as archery and shooting. The results of the studies considered showed that neurofeedback can lead to faster reaction times, more sustained attention, and better emotion management, contributing significantly to athletes’ performance. Furthermore, it is emphasised that neurofeedback could be combined with other techniques such as motor imagination to maximise effectiveness in precision sports training. This review emphasises the importance of future studies that focus on the integration of neurofeedback with biofeedback in neuromodulation protocols. Current perspectives and limitations of research in this area are also indicated. Neuromodulation by means of neurofeedback represents a promising strategy to improve the overall mental and cognitive abilities of target shooting and archery athletes with an interesting potential for high-level performance. Future research should focus on integrated approaches and customised protocols to optimise the use of neurofeedback in a precision sports context.

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Section: Application Of Neurofeedback In Shootingsupporting

confidence: 61%