Clinical Practice of Biofeedback

Author: Zheng Yanping, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2003-04-01
Features: Biofeedback technology originated in the 1960s and is an important behavioral treatment method. This book comprehensively and systematically introduces the basic theories and principles of biofeedback, its instruments and equipment, as well as their practical applications. The book is divided into 18 chapters, with the first three chapters discussing the principles of biofeedback treatment, instruments and equipment, feedback indicators, stress management, and relaxation techniques. Chapters 4 to 7 provide an in-depth discussion of biofeedback treatment methods for various related diseases such as hypertension, coronary heart disease, and diabetes. They also detail the implementation steps for different diseases during the treatment process, allowing readers to refer to and apply them in practice. Chapter 18 briefly outlines the specific applications in competitive sports. At the end of the book, there are some psychophysiological assessment scales that are valuable for clinical biofeedback treatment, as well as useful websites currently available on the Internet. These resources help readers gain a deeper understanding of the current status and advancements in biofeedback, thereby improving the level and application of biofeedback technology in China.