Mark,
When reading case studies, you have to consider who the case study is for. In this case study, the target audience is the layperson; therefore, it doesn't need to be in a 'scientific' format. It would actually be counterproductive if it would just confuse the reader.
The protocols used are mentioned in the 7th paragraph under the title of 'Therapists comments.' There is no need to mention the equipment because, again, this is not a scientific case study.
It appears that there was no stimulation involved at all, so this would not be similar to a TENS therapy. Your comment regarding about the vegetative patient not being able to respond to neurofeedback is incorrect. It has been shown that vegetative patients can respond to neurofeedback because the subconscious brain is always trying to self regulate itself without the need of the conscious mind.
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Originally Posted by Mark in Idaho
Interesting 'case study.' I would expect more information if this was a scientific case study. It is more like a blog.
What protocol/modality was used? They say reward/inhibit but little about the equipment and such.
This appears to be "neuro stimulation" more than neurofeedback. The vegetative patient does nothing to effect his brain' s responses.
I have read about a study being done using a TENS like system for brain stimulation. This sounds similar.
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