Biofeedback for the first time today - no UC, Crohn's, or IBS?!

I had biofeedback done for the first time today, and according to the machine, I don't have UC, Crohn's, IBS, OR Lyme Disease. I am very surprised and don't know what to think. Has anyone else had biofeedback done?

Biofeedback is not a test that determines whether or not you have IBD.  Who would have told you this?

Sue

Oh my...who in the world would have given you the idea that a biofeedback machine could tell you what diseases you had? Maybe you're thinking of something else?



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biofeedback ..... an excerpt to generally explain bifeedback is below.


Biofeedback is the process of becoming aware of various physiological functions using instruments that provide information on the activity of those same systems, with a goal of being able to manipulate them at will. Processes that can be controlled include brainwaves, muscle tone, skin conductance, heart rate and pain perception. Biofeedback may be used to improve health or performance, and the physiological changes often occur in conjunction with changes to thoughts, emotions, and behavior. Eventually, these changes can be maintained without the use of extra equipment.

OK....I'll change it to an eye roll then.

There is NO biofeedback machine that can tell if you have UC, CD, thyroid issues or whatver else for that matter.

Seems it's right up there with the footbath that turns brown saying it took out all the toxins from your body.

quincy

LookingFH,

I don't think the machine is a diagnostic tool. I googled it and came up with this:

http://www.quantumwellness.ca/about_quantum_biofeedback.html

"The EPFX-SCIO does not replace other forms of alternative healing or a doctor's care, but rather complements them by assisting the body to heal itself naturally and reducing or removing stressors, which contribute to illness. People suffering from the following conditions often respond well to stress reduction with the EPFX-SCIO:"... It gives a list of conditions; "Immune disorders" is there, but not IBD (UC or Crohn's)

It describes the initial session (maybe this is what you thought was diagnostic) blah, blah, blah "... The device is then calibrated and the test scan proceeds for about four minutes, measuring the resonance or response of the body to the 9000 items (including minerals, vitamins, toxins, allergens, viruses, pathogens, organ functions, etc.)

When the test is complete, the practitioner reviews the highest risk items and begins to attempt correction of priority conditions. This process usually begins with balancing of minerals, vitamins, and organs to better enable the body to begin healing. The more specialized therapies can then be utilized as appropriate and a strategy for future sessions can be developed in consultation with the client."

Be sure to read the disclaimer at the bottom of the page:

"Disclaimer
No claims are made of the EPFX-SCIO system or its results and nothing that the SCIO Practitioner does, diagnoses or treats any illness or disease nor replaces any other treatment. Please consult your family medical doctor for the diagnosis or treatment of disease. Please also consult your family medical doctor before undertaking any health program."

I think biofeedback is used to help someone manage their stress without the use of medications. Does it help your mother?

In answer to your initial question, I've never used biofeedback.

Good luck to you,

Jan

I'd like to learn biofeedback to help with my anxiety and that will help my UC.

Ok - you should have been more clear about what the machine did and how!  I hope you feel better!

ElaineNY