Binaural Beats Stimulation for Cognitive Enhancement in Alzheimer’s and Related Diseases: An Umbrella Review
Yawen Li, Zhaojing Chen, Jie Yu, Kevin Zhang

TL;DR
This umbrella review explores how binaural beats stimulation may improve cognitive function and reduce symptoms in Alzheimer's and related diseases.
Contribution
The study provides a comprehensive synthesis of evidence on binaural beats stimulation's efficacy for cognitive enhancement in neurodegenerative conditions.
Findings
BBS at 40 Hz improves cognitive function and memory recall.
BBS may reduce anxiety, depression, and improve attention and sleep quality.
BBS shows potential to modulate neural connectivity and reduce amyloid and tau pathology.
Abstract
Binaural beats stimulation (BBS) is a promising neuromodulation technique that utilizes auditory stimulation to influence brainwave activity. This umbrella review synthesizes evidence from multiple systematic reviews evaluating the efficacy of BBS for cognitive enhancement in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related neurodegenerative conditions. The methodology adhered to standard umbrella review protocols, involving systematic searches across multiple databases, including Web of Science (WOS), CINAHL, Scopus, PubMed, and PsycINFO. A total of 154 review papers were initially identified, and seven systematic reviews were included following extensive screening and critical appraisal for methodological quality using standardized tools such as AMSTAR 2 or ROBIS. Findings suggest that BBS at 40 Hz enhances cognitive function, improves memory recall, and modulates neural network connectivity. BBS…
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TopicsVagus Nerve Stimulation Research · Music Therapy and Health · Acupuncture Treatment Research Studies
