Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Hypertension and Regulation of Blood Pressure01:18

Hypertension and Regulation of Blood Pressure

3.8K
Hypertension, the most common cardiovascular disease, is diagnosed through repeated measurements of elevated blood pressure. Its risks, including damage to the kidney, heart, and brain, are directly proportional to blood pressure levels. Starting from 115/75 mm Hg, the risk of cardiovascular disease doubles with each increment of 20/10 mm Hg. The diagnosis relies on blood pressure measurements, not on patient symptoms, as hypertension is often asymptomatic until end-organ damage is imminent or...
3.8K
Heart Failure Drugs: Inhibitors of Renin-Angiotensin System01:26

Heart Failure Drugs: Inhibitors of Renin-Angiotensin System

1.9K
The activation of the sympathetic nervous system and the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) contributes to cardiac remodeling, and inhibiting the RAAS is a pharmacological target in heart failure management. As a result, neurohumoral modulation is a crucial treatment principle for managing heart failure. This approach involves using medications like ACE inhibitors (ACEIs), angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), β-blockers, mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs), and neutral...
1.9K
Regulation of Heart Rates01:31

Regulation of Heart Rates

6.0K
The regulation of heart rate is a complex process controlled by the autonomic nervous system (ANS), hormonal influences, and intrinsic cardiac mechanisms. The ANS has two main components: the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) and the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS).
The SNS increases heart rate through the release of norepinephrine and epinephrine, which act on beta-1 adrenergic receptors in the heart. This action increases the rate of depolarization in the sinoatrial (SA) node, the heart's...
6.0K
Neural Regulation of Blood Pressure01:18

Neural Regulation of Blood Pressure

8.9K
The neural regulation of blood pressure involves intricate interactions between the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and cardiovascular system, ensuring adequate perfusion of tissues. This regulation primarily occurs through baroreceptor and chemoreceptor reflexes, involving both short-term and long-term mechanisms.
Baroreceptor Reflex
Baroreceptors, located in the carotid sinuses and aortic arch, detect changes in blood pressure. When blood pressure rises, these stretch-sensitive receptors...
8.9K
Autoregulation of Blood Flow01:17

Autoregulation of Blood Flow

10.0K
Autoregulation mechanisms are characterized by their inherent capacity for self-regulation without necessitating specific nervous stimulation or endocrine control. These mechanisms facilitate the adjustment of blood flow and, therefore, perfusion specific to each tissue region. This self-regulation encompasses chemical signals and myogenic controls.
Chemical Signaling in Autoregulation
Chemical signaling operates at the precapillary sphincter level, inciting either contraction or relaxation....
10.0K
Regulation of the Cardiovascular System01:27

Regulation of the Cardiovascular System

5.4K
The regulation of the cardiovascular system allows the body to adapt to various demands and maintain homeostasis.
The regulation of the cardiovascular system involves the autonomic nervous system (ANS), baroreceptors, and chemoreceptors, ensuring that heart rate and blood pressure are appropriately modulated in response to varying physiological demands.
The ANS comprises two main divisions: the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The sympathetic nervous system enhances...
5.4K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Epigenetic age deceleration reflects exercise-induced cardiorespiratory fitness improvements.

GeroScience·2026
Same author

Assessment of central pain sensitization in chronic low back pain and its utility in diagnosis and prediction of clinical severity.

Scientific reports·2026
Same author

Opposing roles of body fat and hydration in pain: Insights from chronic pain, healthy, and general populations.

Clinical nutrition ESPEN·2025
Same author

Correction: The cardiac, vasomotor and myocardial branches of the baroreflex in hypotension: indications of reduced venous return to the heart.

Clinical autonomic research : official journal of the Clinical Autonomic Research Society·2025
Same author

Pain Sensitization and Descending Pain Inhibition in Fibromyalgia.

The Clinical journal of pain·2025
Same author

Personality Traits in Fibromyalgia: Aggravators and Attenuators of Clinical Symptoms and Medication Use.

Behavioural neurology·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 1, 2026

Psychophysiological Stress Assessment Using Biofeedback
10:16

Psychophysiological Stress Assessment Using Biofeedback

Published on: July 31, 2009

13.1K

Modification of baroreceptor cardiac reflex function by biofeedback.

Gustavo A Reyes del Paso1, M Isabel González

  • 1Departamento de Psicología, Universidad de Jaén, Jaén, Spain. greyes@ujaen.es

Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback
|October 23, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Biofeedback training can modify baroreceptor sensitivity (BRS), a key factor in cardiovascular health. This study showed participants could intentionally increase or decrease their BRS, impacting blood pressure and heart rate.

More Related Videos

Real-time fMRI Biofeedback Targeting the Orbitofrontal Cortex for Contamination Anxiety
10:51

Real-time fMRI Biofeedback Targeting the Orbitofrontal Cortex for Contamination Anxiety

Published on: January 20, 2012

20.8K
Implantation of Combined Telemetric ECG and Blood Pressure Transmitters to Determine Spontaneous Baroreflex Sensitivity in Conscious Mice
09:56

Implantation of Combined Telemetric ECG and Blood Pressure Transmitters to Determine Spontaneous Baroreflex Sensitivity in Conscious Mice

Published on: February 14, 2021

5.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 1, 2026

Psychophysiological Stress Assessment Using Biofeedback
10:16

Psychophysiological Stress Assessment Using Biofeedback

Published on: July 31, 2009

13.1K
Real-time fMRI Biofeedback Targeting the Orbitofrontal Cortex for Contamination Anxiety
10:51

Real-time fMRI Biofeedback Targeting the Orbitofrontal Cortex for Contamination Anxiety

Published on: January 20, 2012

20.8K
Implantation of Combined Telemetric ECG and Blood Pressure Transmitters to Determine Spontaneous Baroreflex Sensitivity in Conscious Mice
09:56

Implantation of Combined Telemetric ECG and Blood Pressure Transmitters to Determine Spontaneous Baroreflex Sensitivity in Conscious Mice

Published on: February 14, 2021

5.4K

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Neuroscience
  • Biofeedback Research

Background:

  • Baroreceptor sensitivity (BRS) is a crucial prognostic indicator for cardiovascular health.
  • The baroreflex system plays a vital role in regulating blood pressure and heart rate.
  • Investigating non-pharmacological methods to modulate cardiovascular function is of significant interest.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the potential of biofeedback to modify baroreflex cardiac function.
  • To assess whether individuals can consciously alter their baroreceptor sensitivity.
  • To examine the cardiovascular effects associated with changes in baroreflex function.

Main Methods:

  • Thirty-two psychology students participated in three biofeedback sessions.
  • Participants engaged in four 5-minute trials per session, aiming to increase or decrease baroreflex function.
  • Baroreflex sensitivity was assessed using a noninvasive spontaneous sequence method, differentiating between blood pressure increases ('up' sequences) and decreases ('down' sequences).

Main Results:

  • BRS in 'up' sequences increased during the Increase Condition and decreased during the Decrease Condition.
  • BRS in 'down' sequences decreased during the Decrease Condition but remained unchanged during the Increase Condition.
  • Increased BRS during the Increase Condition correlated with reduced blood pressure and increased heart period; the Decrease Condition showed opposite effects.

Conclusions:

  • Biofeedback is a viable method for modulating baroreceptor sensitivity and, consequently, cardiovascular parameters.
  • Individuals can learn to intentionally influence their baroreflex cardiac function through targeted training.
  • These findings support the therapeutic potential of biofeedback in managing cardiovascular health and warrant further investigation.