A new study conducted by Italian researchers, in collaboration with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, finds that biofeedback is more effective than two other treatments for a type of ...

Jennie Burch MSc, BSc, RN, is enhanced recovery nurse facilitator; Brigitte Collins MSc, BSc, RN, is lead biofeedback nurse specialist, both at St Mark’s Hospital. Burch J (2010) Using biofeedback to ...

The patient is a 34-year-old woman with difficult defecation for many years. Symptoms didn't improve with a high-fiber diet. She underwent rectopexy 2 years ago, with no improvement. Anal manometry ...

Biofeedback is a therapeutic technique that aims to help you better respond to stress by developing control over certain involuntary body functions and movements. Biofeedback is built on the concept ...

“It feels like somebody shoved a sword up my backside.” “It’s like a horrible muscle cramp in my rectum.” “It’s all I can do to keep from screaming.” Last week we reviewed piriformis syndrome. This ...

Biofeedback is more effective than two other treatments for a type of chronic rectal pain called levator ani syndrome, according to a new study. A new study conducted by Italian researchers, in ...