Influence of a Single Slow-Paced Breathing Session on Cardiac Vagal Activity in Athletes
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DOI: 10.1007/s11469-020-00467-x
Abstract: Introduction Slow-paced breathing (SPB) is a well-known relaxation technique in athletes, which has also the potential to help optimize addiction treatments based on its effects on the autonomic nervous system. Specifically, these effects directly impact… read more here.
Keywords: cardiac vagal; spb; session; activity ... See more keywords
Pilot Study of the Effects of Paced Breathing on Measures of Convergent and Divergent Thinking
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DOI: 10.1097/wnn.0000000000000334
Abstract: Background: The ability of the autonomic nervous system’s stress response to impair aspects of cognitive flexibility is known. However, the ability to modulate the sympathetic response and improve these cognitive impairments via nonpharmacological intervention, such… read more here.
Keywords: paced breathing; cognitive flexibility; convergent divergent; perceived stress ... See more keywords
The impact of a guided paced breathing audiovisual intervention on anxiety symptoms in Palestinian children: a pilot randomized controlled trial.
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DOI: 10.1111/camh.12613
Abstract: BACKGROUND Children in Palestine may be at high risk for anxiety symptoms. However, access to mental health services is limited. Therefore, the objective of this study was to conduct a pilot randomized controlled trial to… read more here.
Keywords: palestinian children; paced breathing; anxiety; symptoms palestinian ... See more keywords
Utility of paced breathing tablet guidance apparatus with real‐time feedback on autonomic function for individuals with mild cognitive impairment: a pilot study
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DOI: 10.1111/psyg.12950
Abstract: Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) individuals also show significant parasympathetic deficits, while autonomic nervous system (ANS) flexibility can strengthen cognitive and brain function. Paced (or slow) breathing has significant effects on the ANS and is associated… read more here.
Keywords: time; function; paced breathing; mild cognitive ... See more keywords
Heart rate and breathing effects on attention and memory (HeartBEAM): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial in older adults
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DOI: 10.1186/s13063-024-07943-y
Abstract: Background In healthy people, the “fight-or-flight” sympathetic system is counterbalanced by the “rest-and-digest” parasympathetic system. As we grow older, the parasympathetic system declines as the sympathetic system becomes hyperactive. In our prior heart rate variability… read more here.
Keywords: paced breathing; rate; trial; slow paced ... See more keywords
Paced breathing causes tonic change rather than phasic modulation of superficial venous diameter
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DOI: 10.1186/s40101-025-00392-9
Abstract: Respiratory modulation is generally observed in the inferior vena cava (IVC). If similar respiratory modulation exists in peripheral superficial veins, it would be possible to dilate the vein diameter by respiratory control. This may improve… read more here.
Keywords: diameter; vein diameter; paced breathing; respiratory modulation ... See more keywords
Slow-paced breathing reduces anxiety and enhances midfrontal alpha asymmetry, buffering responses to aversive visual stimuli
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DOI: 10.3389/fnhum.2025.1605862
Abstract: Introduction Slow-paced breathing (SB) reduces anxiety, but its effects on frontal alpha asymmetry (also termed relative left frontal activity, rLFA) and the persistence of these effects after aversive stimuli remain unclear. This study investigated whether… read more here.
Keywords: task; paced breathing; post; breathing reduces ... See more keywords
Quantifying the Delays Between Multi-Site Photoplethysmography Pulse and Electrocardiogram R-R Interval Changes Under Slow-Paced Breathing
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DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2019.01190
Abstract: Objective: Objective assessment of autonomic function is important, including the investigation of slow-paced breathing to induce associated periodic changes in the cardiovascular system – such as blood pressure and heart rate. However, pulse changes across… read more here.
Keywords: multi site; site photoplethysmography; correlation; interval changes ... See more keywords
Using Slow-Paced Breathing to Foster Endurance, Well-Being, and Sleep Quality in Athletes During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.624655
Abstract: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been causing major disruptions in the sporting world. Negative physiological and psychological effects on athletes have been reported, such as respiratory issues and increased stress. Therefore, it is timely… read more here.
Keywords: well sleep; sleep quality; endurance; slow paced ... See more keywords
Induced Relaxation Enhances the Cardiorespiratory Dynamics in COVID-19 Survivors
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DOI: 10.3390/e25060874
Abstract: Most COVID-19 survivors report experiencing at least one persistent symptom after recovery, including sympathovagal imbalance. Relaxation techniques based on slow-paced breathing have proven to be beneficial for cardiovascular and respiratory dynamics in healthy subjects and… read more here.
Keywords: cardiorespiratory dynamics; covid survivors; paced breathing; dynamics covid ... See more keywords
Slow-Paced Breathing: Influence of Inhalation/Exhalation Ratio and of Respiratory Pauses on Cardiac Vagal Activity
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DOI: 10.3390/su13147775
Abstract: Slow-paced breathing has been shown to enhance the self-regulation abilities of athletes via its influence on cardiac vagal activity. However, the role of certain respiratory parameters (i.e., inhalation/exhalation ratio and presence of a respiratory pause… read more here.
Keywords: respiratory; cardiac vagal; exhalation; inhalation ... See more keywords