Evidence-Based Practices
Biofeedback and neurofeedback provide the kind of evidence-based practice established by health care. "Evidence-based practice" is a process of using the best evidence, preferably research findings, to guide delivery of health services and to guide treatment approaches. Many biofeedback applications have been tested and proven, both in research and in practice, and rely on well-developed professional standards and guidelines for competent practice. According to such rigorous standards, two prominent biofeedback associations (AAPB and ISNR) commissioned a task force to develop official standards for research methodology, and to establish the types of research required for five levels of efficacy (effectiveness) for specific conditions or symptoms. The report* that evolved from that effort continues to guide practitioners in the credible application biofeedback interventions for specific conditions. Below is a listing of effective applications of the HRV and EEG (neuro) biofeedback provided by Carolinas Biofeedback Clinic.
* Yucha, C., and Montomery, D., (2008). Evidence-Based Practice in Biofeedback and Neurofeedback.Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback. Wheat Ridge, CO.
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Chronic Pain
Chronic Headache
Migraine
Muscle spasm or muscle tension pain
Post-surgical, post-injury pain
Fibromyalgia
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome/Chronic nerve pain
Central Pain
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| Stress-related Symptoms and Conditions
Anxiety
Anger
Depression
Sleep Disruption
Tension Headaches
Muscle Tension
Chronic maladjustment of the autonomic nervous system
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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