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What is the main principle that biofeedback is based on?
What is the main principle that biofeedback is based on?
- The principle of operant conditioning
- The principle of classical conditioning
- The principle of motor learning (correct)
- The principle of sensory feedback
Which of the following is NOT a common indication for the use of biofeedback?
Which of the following is NOT a common indication for the use of biofeedback?
- Chronic pain management
- Headaches and migraines
- Broken bones (correct)
- Insomnia
How does biofeedback work to improve physiological function?
How does biofeedback work to improve physiological function?
- By using electrical stimulation to directly control the physiological process
- By blocking sensory input from the physiological process, forcing the individual to consciously control it
- By providing real-time information about the physiological process, allowing the individual to learn to control it (correct)
- By altering the brain's chemical balance to indirectly influence the physiological process
What is a potential risk of using biofeedback?
What is a potential risk of using biofeedback?
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Which of the following is a common type of biofeedback used in clinical practice?
Which of the following is a common type of biofeedback used in clinical practice?
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What is the primary mechanism by which biofeedback can improve physiological function?
What is the primary mechanism by which biofeedback can improve physiological function?
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Which of the following is a common contraindication for the use of biofeedback?
Which of the following is a common contraindication for the use of biofeedback?
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What is the primary advantage of using biofeedback compared to other treatment modalities?
What is the primary advantage of using biofeedback compared to other treatment modalities?
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Which of the following physiological processes can be monitored and controlled using biofeedback?
Which of the following physiological processes can be monitored and controlled using biofeedback?
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What is the main mechanism by which biofeedback can help manage chronic pain?
What is the main mechanism by which biofeedback can help manage chronic pain?
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