Hands or electrodes can distract the patient and provoke anxiety. RFb treatments have been reimbursed by Medicare B. Leasing available. An exclusive, non-invasive sensor continuously reflects disphragmatic movement back to the brain via the patient headset. Patient can choose between white noise and a musical tone. A computer console allows the clinician to monitor patient progress, including breathing rate, elapsed treatment time, and relaxation quotient.
Respiratory biofeedback is a gentle, painless, non-drug therapy.
Biofeedback may reduce neural respiratory drive and assists in relaxation by promoting and reinforcing, diaphragmatic breathing. Biofeedback and progressive relaxation have been shown to alleviate patient anxiety.