Effects of Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback in Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Wan-Ling ChangJiunn-Tay LeeChi-Rong LiAmy H T DavisChia-Chen YangYu-Ju Chen

Published in: Biological research for nursing (2019)

HRVBF is a promising intervention for improving autonomic function, cognitive impairment, and psychological distress in patients with AIS. More studies of HRVBF interventions are needed to further optimize the effects of HRVBF on autonomic, cognitive, and psychological function in patients with AIS.

Keyphrases

heart rate variability
acute ischemic stroke
heart rate
cognitive impairment
randomized controlled trial
physical activity
blood pressure
sleep quality
depressive symptoms