They are great ice-breakers for reluctant therapy patients. Psychologists Doyle and Tobie Oidtmann, Doyle's associate, use a combination of biofeedback and standard psychotherapy techniques in their counseling sessions. Even clinically depressed patients benefit from playing bio-games. When you calm your mind, the depression lifts, said Doyle. Bio-games can also be used to lower blood pressure in hypertensive patients.
Physical therapists using bio-games help victims of stroke regain the use of damaged muscles.
Burn patients and people suffering from chronic pain find relief using bio-games. Industry could realize the greatest benefits. As insurance costs skyrocket, alternatives in the form of preventative medicine are being investigated. Promoting better interpersonal relationships and relieving the effects of stressors in the work environment can improve job productivity, prevent employee errors, and reduce accidents. Some bio-games are designed to be used by multiple players to foster teamwork.