Temperature acquisition as a function of the computer-based biofeedback system utilized: an exploratory analysis.
Thermal biofeedback is widely used to treat various clinical disorders. Given its widespread utility, and the variability among the biofeedback systems currently on the market, it is important to investigate which systems are most effective for training various skills. This study compared the performance of normal subjects on two different computer-biofeedback systems. Results indicated a significant difference in subject performance between the two systems. Limitations and implications of these findings are discussed.
Otis
J D
JD
Center for Behavioral Medicine, University of West Florida, Pensacola 32514, USA.
Rasey
H W
HW
Vrochopoulos
S
S
Wincze
J P
JP
Andrasik
F
F
D000328:Adult; D000704:Analysis of Variance; D001676:Biofeedback, Psychology / Q000295:instrumentation*; D001833:Body Temperature Regulation / Q000502:physiology*; D005260:Female; D006225:Hand / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013813:Therapy, Computer-Assisted / Q000295:instrumentation*