Study finds patients appreciate and find value in extended medical interventions such as EEG tests, beyond just their clinical purposes

Study shows that patients value EEG tests beyond clinical use, finding therapeutic benefits and sense of agency in extended monitoring.

EEGs have been valued by healthcare practitioners for their ability to visualize brain activity and diagnose seizures in patients with epilepsy for the past 100 years.
Research from Michigan State University shows that patients value EEGs for reasons that go beyond the clinical utility perceived by practitioners.
Extended EEGs provide underserved patients with a sense of agency and comfort, allowing them control over various aspects of their care.
Patients feel valued and comforted during EEG monitoring due to the attentiveness and care provided by medical practitioners.
Patients learn about managing epilepsy, feel empowered by contributing to research studies, and experience a sense of value from undergoing extended EEGs.

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