Examining the Effect of Simple Electroencephalograph Neurofeedback on Mental Practice

[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of simple electroencephalograph neurofeedback (NF) on mental practice (MP). [Participants and Methods] Forty-five healthy students were divided into three groups: the NF group in which individuals used NF during MP; the MP group in which individuals performed normal MP; and a control group whose individuals were not required to engage in any task. The iron ball spinning task was administered before and after the intervention to measure any improvement, and the results were compared. [Results] We found a significant improvement after the intervention in both the NF and MP groups; however, there was no significant difference between these two groups. [Conclusion] Our results suggest that for young people, adding simple electroencephalograph neurofeedback doesn't improve MP performance.