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Definition, Scope, and Applications of Physiotherapy Biofeedback: Systematic Reviews

물리치료 바이오피드백의 정의 및 범위와 활용법: 체계적 문헌고찰

  • Jong-Seon Oh (Department of Physical Therapy, General Graduate School, Sunmoon University ) ;
  • Kyung-Jin Lee (Department of Physical Therapy, General Graduate School, Sunmoon University ) ;
  • Seong-Gil Kim (Department of Physical Therapy, Sunmoon University)
  • 오종선 (선문대학교 물리치료학과 일반대학원) ;
  • 이경진 (선문대학교 물리치료학과 일반대학원) ;
  • 김성길 (선문대학교 물리치료학과)
  • Received : 2023.10.12
  • Accepted : 2023.11.05
  • Published : 2023.11.30
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Abstract

PURPOSE: The definition and scope of biofeedback are broad and lack a clear framework. Therefore, efforts are needed to clearly understand the exact range and definition of biofeedback based on the research and development conducted to date. Thus, the purpose of this study was to arrive at the definition and scope of biofeedback through a literature review and analysis of its application methods. METHODS: This study is a systematic literature review conducted to understand the various types and effects of biofeedback. International databases such as Google Scholar and PubMed were used. Domestic databases utilized for keyword searches included the Research Information Sharing Service (RISS) and the National Digital Science Library (NDSL). Quality assessment of the selected studies in the selection process was done using the Cochrane risk of bias, and the research was analyzed according to the population, intervention, control, and outcomes (PICO) format. RESULTS: Studies conducted between 2019 and 2021 were selected, with 4 papers falling under physiological classifications and 7 under biomechanical classifications. The quality assessment results showed that random sequence generation, allocation concealment, performance bias, and reporting bias were unclear. Detection bias was moderate, and attrition bias and other biases were low. Out of the 11 papers, 9 dealt with physical function outcomes, 5 with daily life activities, and 3 with mental functions. CONCLUSION: Physiological biofeedback tended to influence psychological factors more than physical functions, while biomechanical biofeedback tended to have a positive impact on physical functions.

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