sEMG Biofeedback for Episodic Migraines: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial.

The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility and potential effectiveness of a 6-week virtual sEMG biofeedback intervention for patients with episodic migraines. Patients with episodic migraines were randomized to treatment with a novel surface EMG (sEMG) at-home biofeedback device or a treatment as usual control group; they completed validated baseline and post-intervention assessments of migraine related disability (migraine-specific quality of life, anxiety and depression). Participants also underwent a series of Quantitative Sensory Testing (QST) procedures referring to several different tests that quantitatively assess responses to mechanical stimuli during two separate visits (baseline and post intervention).

The Interconnection Between Social Support and Emotional Distress Among Individuals with Chronic Pain: A Narrative Review.

Chronic pain is a public health concern affecting over 100 million U.S. adults.

Electromyography-biofeedback for chronic low back pain: A qualitative cohort study.

Background And Aims: Surface electromyography-biofeedback (sEMG-BF) may reduce the burden of CLBP by improving physical functioning, sleep, pain catastrophizing, anxiety, and depression. This qualitative study investigated the impact of weekly EMG-BF sessions on adults with CLBP.

Methods: Twenty-six individuals with CLBP participated in telephone interviews after completing an 8-week virtual sEMG-BF intervention.