Why the study?
Does heart rate variability biofeedback training improve cognitive and performance outcomes in concussed athletes and soldiers?
Population
Concussed athletes and soldiers, and individuals with post concussive syndrome (PCS)
Design
Review
Key result
Heart rate variability biofeedback is a promising intervention for the treatment of sports and military-related concussions and post-concussion syndrome, though further empirical validation is needed.
Authors
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May support adjunctive use in concussion rehab; leaves open efficacy pending controlled trials.
Does heart rate variability biofeedback training improve cognitive and performance outcomes in concussed athletes and soldiers?
Heart rate variability biofeedback training is highlighted as a promising and underutilized treatment for sports and military-related concussion rehabilitation.
Conder et al. (2014) conducted a review in Concussion and post-concussion syndrome. Heart rate variability biofeedback (HRV BFB) was evaluated. Heart rate variability biofeedback is a promising intervention for the treatment of sports and military-related concussions and post-concussion syndrome, though further empirical validation is needed.