Photoplethysmograph Based Biofeedback for Stress Reduction under Real-Life Conditions in Healthcare Frontline

被引:3
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作者
Rudics, Emese [1 ,2 ]
Nagy, Adam [1 ]
Dombi, Jozsef [3 ]
Hompoth, Emoke Adrienn [1 ]
Szabo, Zoltan [1 ]
Horvath, Rozsa [4 ]
Balogh, Maria [4 ]
Lovas, Andras [5 ]
Bilicki, Vilmos [1 ]
Szendi, Istvan [1 ,6 ]
机构
[1] Univ Szeged, Dept Software Engn, Dugon Sq 13, H-6720 Szeged, Hungary
[2] Univ Szeged, Doctoral Sch Interdisciplinary Med, Dept Med Genet, Som Bela St 4, H-6720 Szeged, Hungary
[3] Univ Szeged, Dept Comp Algorithms & Artificial Intelligence, Arpad Sq 2, H-6720 Szeged, Hungary
[4] Kiskunhalas Semmelwe Hosp, Emergency Dept, Dr Monszpart Laszlo St 1, H-6400 Kiskunhalas, Hungary
[5] Kiskunhalas Semmelwe Hosp, Dept Intens Care Unit, Dr Monszpart Laszlo St 1, H-6400 Kiskunhalas, Hungary
[6] Kiskunhalas Semmelwe Hosp, Dept Psychiat, Dr Monszpart Laszlo St 1, H-6400 Kiskunhalas, Hungary
来源
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL | 2023年 / 13卷 / 02期
关键词
biofeedback; psychiatry; healthcare; work-related stress; guided relaxation; RATE-VARIABILITY BIOFEEDBACK; VALIDITY; ANXIETY;
D O I
10.3390/app13020835
中图分类号
O6 [化学];
学科分类号
0703 ;
摘要
Biofeedback (BF) therapy methods have evolved considerably in recent years. The best known is biofeedback training based on heart rate variability (HRV), which is used to treat asthma, depression, stress, and anxiety, among other conditions, by synchronizing the rhythm of breathing and heartbeat. The aim of our research was to develop a methodology and test its applicability using photoplethysmographs and smartphones to conduct biofeedback sessions for frontline healthcare workers under their everyday stressful conditions. Our hypothesis is that such a methodology is not only comparable to traditional training itself, but can make regular sessions increasingly effective in reducing real-life stress by providing appropriate feedback to the subject. The sample consisted 28 participants. Our proprietary method based on HRV biofeedback is able to determine the resonance frequency of the subjects, i.e., the number at which the pulse and respiration are in sync. Our research app then uses visual feedback to help the subject reach this frequency, which, if maintained, can significantly reduce stress. By comparing BF with Free relaxation, we conclude that BF does not lose effectiveness over time and repetitions, but increases it. This paper is our pilot study in which we discuss the method used to select participants, the development and operation of the protocol and algorithm, and present and analyze the results obtained. The showcased results demonstrate our hypothesis that purely IT-based relaxation techniques can effectively compete with spontaneous relaxation through biofeedback. This provides a basis for further investigation and development of the methodology and its widespread use to effectively reduce workplace stress.
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