Effects of Monochord Music on Heart Rate Variability and Self-Reports of Relaxation in Healthy Adults

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 97-103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine Gäbel ◽  
Natalia Garrido ◽  
Julian Koenig ◽  
Thomas Karl Hillecke ◽  
Marco Warth
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Significant Group ◽  
Psychophysiological Response ◽  
Time Interaction ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Cost Treatment ◽  
Relaxation Exercise

Background: Music-based interventions are considered an effective and low-cost treatment option for stress-related symptoms. The present study aimed to examine the trajectories of the psychophysiological response in apparently healthy participants during a music-based relaxation intervention compared to a verbal relaxation exercise. Material and Methods: 70 participants were assigned to either receptive live music (experimental group) or a prerecorded verbal relaxation exercise (control group). Self-ratings of relaxation were assessed before and after each intervention on visual analogue scales and the Relaxation Inventory (RI). The heart rate variability (HRV) was continuously recorded throughout the sessions. Statistical analysis focused on HRV parameters indicative of parasympathetic cardiovascular outflow. Results: We found significant quadratic main effects for time on the mean R-R interval (heart rate), the high-frequency power of HRV (indicative of parasympathetic activity), and the self-ratings of relaxation in both groups. A significant group × time interaction was observed for the cognitive tension subscale of the RI. Conclusions: Participants in both groups showed psychophysiological changes indicative of greater relaxation over the course of the interventions. However, differences between groups were only marginal. Music might be effective in relieving stress and promoting relaxation by altering the autonomic nervous system function. Future studies need to explore the long-term outcomes of such interventions.

scholarly journals Superior Adaptations in Adolescent Runners Using Heart Rate Variability (HRV)-Guided Training at Altitude

Biosensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 77
Author(s):  
Petr Bahenský ◽  
Gregory J. Grosicki
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Distance Runners ◽  
Adolescent Athletes ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Significant Group ◽  
Time Interaction ◽  
Training Plan ◽  
Group A

We evaluated the efficacy of heart rate variability (HRV)-guided training in adolescent athletes during a 2-week, high altitude (≈1900 m) training camp. Sixteen middle- and long-distance runners (4 female/12 male, 16.9 ± 1.0 years, 65.44 ± 4.03 mL·kg−1·min−1) were divided into 2 matched groups, both of which received the same training plan, but one of which acquired postwaking HRV values that were used to tailor the training prescription. During the camp, seven athletes in the HRV-guided group combined for a total of 32 training adjustments, whereas there were only 3 runners combined for 14 total training adjustments in the control group. A significant group by time interaction (p < 0.001) for VO2max was driven by VO2max improvements in the HRV group (+2.8 mL·kg−1·min−1, +4.27%; pBonf = 0.002) that were not observed in the control condition (+0.8 mL·kg−1·min−1, +1.26%; pBonf = 0.643). After returning from the camp, all athletes in the HRV group set a personal best, and six out of eight achieved their best positions in the National Championship, whereas only 75% of athletes in the control group set a personal best and five out of eight achieved their best positions in the National Championship. These data provide evidence in support of HRV-guided training as a way to optimize training prescriptions in adolescent athletes.

scholarly journals The Development of Selected Cardiovascular Parameters in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus During a Spa Treatment

2015 ◽  
pp. S661-S667 ◽  
Author(s):  
E. FIALOVÁ ◽  
O. KITTNAR
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Sympathetic Tone ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Electrical Stability ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Spa Treatment

Diabetes mellitus is not just a simple metabolic disorder, however, it is considered to be a cardiovascular disease of a metabolic origin. This is apparent especially when speaking about type 2 diabetes (DM II). The objective of our study was to determine whether a comprehensive spa treatment (procedures and drinking cure) may affect the level of the sympathetic tone of patients suffering from DM II. As an indicator of the sympathetic tone, selected electrocardiographic parameters derived from the heart rate variability and microwave alternans were chosen. There were 96 patients enrolled in our study: 38 patients with poorly controlled DM II and two control groups: 9 patients with compensated DM II and 49 patients, average age without diabetes or other disorders of the glucose metabolism. All received an identical spa treatment and continued their medical therapy. The electrophysiological examination of patients was performed before and after a three-week spa treatment using the KARDiVAR system. Parameters derived from the analysis of heart rate variability (HRV), microvolt T-wave alternans, and microvolt R-wave alternans were analyzed in order to evaluate the tones of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The control group showed a slight increase of parameter the index of activity of regulatory systems (IRSA) (4.4±1.3 vs. 3.8±1.4; p=0.006) after the spa treatment, while increased heart rate (80.9±11.0 vs. 74.6±9.6; p=0.028), reduced index of centralization (IC) (1.3±0.6 vs. 2.9±1.4; p=0.027) and reduced index of myocardium (IM) (9.9±7.4 vs. 18.0±6.3; p=0.041) were found in patients with a compensated DM II. Patients with a poorly compensated DM II showed a decreased IM (10.9±8.6 vs. 16.9±5.2; p=0.001) and also a reduced IRSA (4.1±3.5 vs. 6.3±1.9; p=0.001). The results proved favorable changes in ANS cardiovascular control of patients with DM II after a spa treatment, especially in terms of reducing the sympathoadrenal system activity (decreased IRSA), improving electrical stability of the myocardium and increasing centrally controlled heart rate variability without overloading the cardiovascular system (drop of IM).

Effect of Transcutaneous Acupoint Electrical Stimulation on Post-Hemorrhoidectomy-Associated Pain, Anxiety, and Heart Rate Variability: A Randomized-Controlled Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 450-466 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mei-Ling Yeh ◽  
Yu-Chu Chung ◽  
Lun-Chia Hsu ◽  
Shuo-Hui Hung
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Electrical Stimulation ◽  
Postoperative Pain ◽  
Anxiety Reduction ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Significant Group ◽  
Pain Anxiety ◽  
Randomized Controlled

Hemorrhoidectomy is the current best treatment for severe hemorrhoids, but it causes significant postoperative pain and anxiety, which is associated with heart rate variability (HRV). Transcutaneous acupoint electrical stimulation (TAES) was assumed to alleviate pain and anxiety, and modify the autonomic nervous system. This study aimed to examine the effects of TAES intervention on postoperative pain, anxiety, and HRV in patients who received a hemorrhoidectomy. A randomized-controlled trial with five repeated measures was conducted. The TAES group ( n = 39) received four 20-min sessions of electrical stimulation at chengshan (BL57) and erbai (EX-UE2) after hemorrhoidectomy, whereas the control group ( n = 41) did not. Data were collected using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), State Anxiety Inventory (STAI), and HRV physiological signal monitor. TAES resulted in a significant group difference in pain scores, anxiety levels, and some HRV parameters. The findings indicate that TAES can help reduce pain and anxiety associated with hemorrhoidectomy. TAES is a noninvasive, simple, and convenient modality for post-hemorrhoidectomy-associated pain control and anxiety reduction.

scholarly journals Indicators of vegetative homeostasis in children with mitral valve prolapse before and after treatment

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 234-237
Author(s):  
A. V. Kuleshov ◽  
Y. A. Medrazhevska
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Nervous System ◽  
Mitral Valve ◽  
Mitral Valve Prolapse ◽  
Medical Literature ◽  
The Body ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Healthy Children ◽  
Before And After

For children with mitral valve prolapse (MVP) characterized by disorders of vegetative homeostasis, especially pronounced effect on the body sympathetic link of the autonomic nervous system. In the medical literature, the question of correction of vegetative tone in children with primary MVP is now open. The purpose of the study was to study the parameters of vegetative homeostasis in children with mitral valve prolapse before and after treatment. 66 children with primary and primary MVP stage I and II at the age of 13–17 years were examined. The control group consisted of 23 practically healthy children. The evaluation of vegetative homeostasis was performed using a clinorostatic test and cardiointervalography, followed by an analysis of the parameters and parameters of the heart rate variability spectral analysis. To restore vegetative homeostasis to patients with PMC, an existing treatment regimen with our correction was prescribed. Namely, we added therapies levocarnitine and magnesium. According to the data obtained from the CP, we found that treatment led to the normalization of vegetative maintenance of the organism, mainly in the form of a decrease in the hypersympathicotonic tonic type after treatment, along with the baseline (p<0.05). Consequently, the proposed treatment scheme with the use of levocarnitine and magnesium, positively affects the autonomic system in children with primary MVP, reducing its dysfunction.

scholarly journals The effects of six-week slow, controlled breathing exercises on heart rate variability in physically active, healthy individuals

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-9
Author(s):  
Cihan Erdem Sürücü ◽  
Sarp Güner ◽  
Caner Cüce ◽  
Dicle Aras ◽  
Fırat Akça ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Parasympathetic Activity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Vagal Activity ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Breathing Exercises ◽  
Physical Exercises ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Controlled Breathing

Background and Study Aim: Heart rate variability (HRV) provides information about sympathetic-parasympathetic balance. The effects of different types of physical exercises on HRV have been investigated so far. The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the chronic effects of six-week slow and controlled breathing exercise on HRV in physically active, healthy adults. Material and Methods: A total of 22 individuals (11 female, 11 male) participated in the study voluntarily. The experimental group (EG) attended to the breathing exercises for 15 minutes per day, three days a week for six weeks. Neither the EG nor the control group (CG) did join in any regular physical activity program during the study. Both groups participated in the HRV measurements before and after the six-week of process. Results: Only the EG showed statistically significant changes in some HRV parameters. The alterations observed in LF:HF ratio, HFnu, and LFnu parameters were to reflect the increase in parasympathetic activity. Although the changes in the other parameters of HRV such as SDNN, SDSD, RMSSD, TP, HF, LF, and VLF were also related to increased vagal activity, these alterations were not significant. However, no significant change was found in the CG. Conclusions: These results show that only the slow, controlled breathing exercises for six weeks could be used to improve parasympathetic activity in physically active individuals. A study could be designed where the duration is kept over 8 weeks, and the effects of physical exercises only, breathing exercises only, and physical + breathing exercises together on HRV are examined.

scholarly journals Effects of eight weeks of physical training on physical performance and heart rate variability in children

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 175-180
Author(s):  
Liisa Kraama ◽  
Pablo Yague ◽  
Heikki Kyröläinen ◽  
Seppo Pulkkinen ◽  
Tuuli Matinsalo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Endurance Training ◽  
Physical Performance ◽  
Physical Training ◽  
High Frequency ◽  
Test Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Active Adults

Summary Study aim: Physically active adults have been shown to have higher heart rate variability (HRV) than less active adults, but less is known about children in this regard. In adults, training-induced changes in physical performance have been shown to be related to increase in HRV, especially in its high frequency component (HF), which is a marker of parasympathetic activity. The purpose of this study was to examine whether 8 weeks of instructed physical training would improve physical performance and cardiac autonomic function (HRV) in secondary school pupils and to examine the relationship between changes in physical performance and the function of the autonomic nervous system. Material and methods: The test group included 12 girls and 12 boys and the control group 7 girls and 7 boys. All the sub­jects were 13-15 years old. Physical training included warm up, circuit training, endurance training, stretching and relaxation 3 times a week for eight weeks. Endurance training intensity was 70-75% of maximal heart rate. Endurance, flexibility, speed and power were measured before and after training. The low frequency (LF) and high frequency (HF) components of HRV were recorded in supine rest and in standing conditions before and after the eight-week period. Results: Time to exhaustion in the endurance test increased in the test group (p < 0.001), flexibility and ball throwing improved in the test group (p < 0.05), while no changes were observed in the control group. No significant changes were observed in HRV in either group. Conclusions: In conclusion, eight weeks of physical training improves physical performance in children, but it might not affect autonomic cardiac function.

scholarly journals Positive emotion induction improves cardiovascular coping with a cognitive task

PeerJ ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. e10904
Author(s):  
Francisco Molins ◽  
Tania Pérez-Calleja ◽  
Diana Abad-Tortosa ◽  
Adrian Alacreu-Crespo ◽  
Miguel Ángel Serrano-Rosa
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Positive Emotions ◽  
Cardiovascular Response ◽  
Cognitive Task ◽  
Emotional Valence ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Psychophysiological Response ◽  
Complex Cognitive Task ◽  
And Performance

Feeling positive emotions seems to favour an adaptive cardiovascular response (greater heart rate variability, HRV), associated with improved cognitive performance. This study aims to test whether the induction of a positive emotional state produce such cardiovascular response and therefore, enhance coping and performance in Tower of Hanoi (ToH). Forty-two Participants were randomly distributed into two groups (Experimental and Control). Experimental group was subjected to the evocation of a memory of success, while control group was subjected to an attentional task before performing ToH. Heart Rate Variability (HRV), activity of the zygomatic major muscle (ZEMG) and emotions were measured. Emotional induction increased ZEMG activity, feelings of emotional valence and HRV, but the performance in ToH was not different from control. Experiencing positive emotions seems to favour an adaptive psychophysiological response when faced with a complex cognitive task. These results are discussed in relation to clinical practice and health.

scholarly journals The effects of six-week slow, controlled breathing exercises on heart rate variability in physically active, healthy individuals

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-9
Author(s):  
Cihan Erdem Sürücü ◽  
Sarp Güner ◽  
Caner Cüce ◽  
Dicle Aras ◽  
Fırat Akça ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Parasympathetic Activity ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Vagal Activity ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Breathing Exercises ◽  
Physical Exercises ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Controlled Breathing

Background and Study Aim: Heart rate variability (HRV) provides information about sympathetic-parasympathetic balance. The effects of different types of physical exercises on HRV have been investigated so far. The purpose of the current study was to evaluate the chronic effects of six-week slow and controlled breathing exercise on HRV in physically active, healthy adults. Material and Methods: A total of 22 individuals (11 female, 11 male) participated in the study voluntarily. The experimental group (EG) attended to the breathing exercises for 15 minutes per day, three days a week for six weeks. Neither the EG nor the control group (CG) did join in any regular physical activity program during the study. Both groups participated in the HRV measurements before and after the six-week of process. Results: Only the EG showed statistically significant changes in some HRV parameters. The alterations observed in LF:HF ratio, HFnu, and LFnu parameters were to reflect the increase in parasympathetic activity. Although the changes in the other parameters of HRV such as SDNN, SDSD, RMSSD, TP, HF, LF, and VLF were also related to increased vagal activity, these alterations were not significant. However, no significant change was found in the CG. Conclusions: These results show that only the slow, controlled breathing exercises for six weeks could be used to improve parasympathetic activity in physically active individuals. A study could be designed where the duration is kept over 8 weeks, and the effects of physical exercises only, breathing exercises only, and physical + breathing exercises together on HRV are examined.

The Effect of Eight-Week Water-Based Corrective Exercises on Forward Head, Rounded Shoulder, Thoracic Hyperkyphosis Posture, and Neck Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hossain Ahmadi ◽  
Ali Yalfani ◽  
Farzaneh Gandomi
Keyword(s):  
Neck Pain ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Water Environment ◽  
Lateral View ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Significant Group ◽  
Forward Head Posture ◽  
Time Interaction ◽  
Water Based ◽  
Before And After

Abstract Background: The lifestyle and long-term use of communication technologies have led to the prevalence of neck pain and concurrent forward head posture (FHP), Rounded shoulder posture (RSP), and hyperkyphosis (HK) deformities. The present study aimed to determine the effects of the eight-week water–based corrective exercises on FHP, RSP, HK deformities, and neck pain. Methods: After screening the 200 students, 30 students with FHP, RSP and HK were selected. They were assigned randomly to experimental (n=14) and control (n=16) groups. Imaging from lateral view and AutoCAD software were used to evaluate the FHP and RSP angles and HK was measured by flexible ruler. Moreover, Visual Analog Scale (VAS) was used to assess shoulder, and neck pain. These variables were assessed before and after 8-week intervention period. Results: statistical analysis indicated a significant group by time interaction in the FHP (P=0.001), RSP (P=0.001), HK (P=0.001) angels and in terms of the pain (P=0.001) which indicated a decrease in kyphosis and forward head angels, and Rounded shoulder displacement. But no significant decrease was observed in control group measures (all P>0.05). Conclusions: Based on the results, probably performing 8-week corrective exercises in the water environment could have more effect on FHP, RSP, HK angels decreasing and neck and shoulder pain reduction. This corrective exercises protocol can be suggested to professionals in order to correct these concurrent malalignments. Trial registration: The protocols were also registered in the Iranian Registry of Clinical Trials (Registration no.: IRCT20170615034554N2). https://www.irct.ir/trial/26381. 2018-05-07.

Circadian Rhythm Features of Sympathatic and Parasympathatic Interaction According to Data of Spectral Components of Heart Rate in Pregnant Women and Puerperas in Perinatal Period

10.12737/3304 ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 21-25
Author(s):  
Гиршева ◽  
E. Girsheva ◽  
Ерохин ◽  
Aleksander Erokhin
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Perinatal Period ◽  
Functional Condition ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Night Time ◽  
Vegetative Nervous System ◽  
Before And After

By means of daily ECG monitoring on the device “Kardiоtechnika-06” (Inkart Ltd, St. Petersburg, Russia) the authors studied the character of sympathetic and parasympathetic interaction as correlation of the percentage inputs of high frequency (HF), low frequency (LF), and very low frequency (VLF) spectrum components of the heart rate variability in 73 pregnant women aged of 27.7+6.1 years in perinatal period (before and after the delivery). The control group consisted of 30 healthy non-pregnant women aged 32.8+7.6 years on average. It was revealed that the daily dynamics of sympathetic and parasympathetic interaction in pregnant and the puerperas in perinatal period was similar to the control group of women provided that the delivery was without complications. The dynamics was characterized by the increase of parasympathetic effects at the night time and the increase of sympathetic ones at the day time. The time period between 6.00 a.m. and 9.00 a.m. is especially important for the functional condition of the vegetative nervous system in the perinatal period of both pregnant women and puerperas as far as sharp changes in the sympathetic and parasympathetic interaction were noted. Throughout 24 hours period in the perinatal period, the sympathetic and parasympathetic interaction is characterized by considerable changes in the puerperas in comparison with the pregnant women. The revealed feature of daily dynamics of heart rate variability in the pregnant women and the puerperas provide the physiological conditions to optimize the cycle of sleeping and wakeful states in the women in perinatal period.

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