Biofeedback

Biofeedback uses sensors to measure body signals (such as heart rate or muscle tension) and teaches you how to regulate them.

It is often used for stress, anxiety and headache-related muscle tension.

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Biofeedback provides real-time information about physiological responses, helping you practise relaxation and regulation skills. Over time, many people learn to recognise early signs of stress and respond more effectively.

What happens in a biofeedback session?

You may use sensors that track heart rate variability (HRV), skin conductance, breathing rate, temperature or muscle activity. The practitioner guides you through exercises to influence these signals, and you practise techniques to use at home.

What can biofeedback help with?

Anxiety and panic physiology
Stress and burnout-style symptoms
Headaches linked to muscle tension
Sleep issues linked to arousal and worry

Safety and suitability

Biofeedback is generally low risk. If you have significant cardiac symptoms, severe mental health symptoms or complex medical conditions, ensure the provider is appropriately qualified and liaise with your GP where needed.

History of Biofeedback

Biofeedback developed in the mid-20th century alongside advances in psychophysiology. It is now used in clinical and wellbeing settings to support self-regulation skills and stress management.

Typical conditions that use Biofeedback

Condition	Evidence	Notes
ADHD (support / coaching alongside medical care)	moderate	Biofeedback for ADHD focus and self-regulation.
Breathing pattern dysfunction support	moderate	Biofeedback for breathing pattern dysfunction.
Emotional dysregulation (neurodiversity)	moderate	Biofeedback for emotional dysregulation.
Emotional regulation difficulties	moderate	Biofeedback for emotional regulation.
Headaches	moderate	Tension-related headaches.
High blood pressure stress support (adjunct)	strong	Biofeedback for blood pressure management.
Migraine support	moderate	Biofeedback for migraine prevention.
Neck pain	moderate	Upper body tension relief.
Performance anxiety	moderate	Biofeedback for performance anxiety.
Public speaking nerves	moderate	Biofeedback for public speaking nerves.
Sleep anxiety	moderate	Biofeedback for sleep anxiety.
Stress	moderate	Relaxation response.
Anger issues	moderate	Biofeedback for anger management.
Anxiety	moderate	Biofeedback for anxiety.
Asthma-related anxiety support (adjunct)	moderate	Biofeedback for asthma breathing control.
Back pain (lower)	moderate	Biofeedback for lower back pain.
Back pain (upper)	moderate	Biofeedback for upper back pain.
Erectile dysfunction	moderate	Biofeedback for erectile dysfunction.
Exam stress	moderate	Biofeedback for exam stress.
Feeling overwhelmed	moderate	Biofeedback for overwhelm.
Fibromyalgia support	moderate	Biofeedback for fibromyalgia pain management.
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)	moderate	Biofeedback for GAD.
Hip pain	moderate	Biofeedback for chronic pain.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)	moderate	Biofeedback for IBS.
Low mood	moderate	Biofeedback for low mood.
Multiple sclerosis support (adjunct)	moderate	Biofeedback for MS symptom management.
Neuralgia support	moderate	Biofeedback for neuralgia pain management.
Osteoarthritis support	moderate	Biofeedback for OA pain management.
Painful sex (dyspareunia)	moderate	Biofeedback for pelvic floor in dyspareunia.
Panic attacks	moderate	Biofeedback for panic.
Pelvic pain	moderate	Biofeedback for pelvic pain/floor.
Postural pain	moderate	Biofeedback for postural pain.
Premature ejaculation	moderate	Biofeedback for premature ejaculation.
Rumination / overthinking	moderate	Biofeedback for rumination.
Shoulder pain	moderate	Biofeedback for chronic shoulder pain.
Social anxiety	moderate	Biofeedback for social anxiety.
Time management	moderate	Biofeedback for time management stress.
TMJ / jaw tension	moderate	Biofeedback for TMJ.
Trouble falling asleep	moderate	Biofeedback for sleep onset.
Vaginismus	moderate	Biofeedback for vaginismus.
Workplace stress	moderate	Biofeedback for workplace stress.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment is used?

Non-invasive sensors (for example, breathing, heart rate or muscle activity) to provide real-time feedback.

Is biofeedback diagnostic?

No. Data is used educationally to support self-regulation skills.

Will I get home practice?

Yes. Short routines help build skills between sessions.