Newton’s Notes

Every week I do a short segment called Your Child’s Health. It focuses on health issues affecting children and the latest advancements in medical technology.

Wednesday’s topic was BIOFEEDBACK… it’s a type of therapy, very similar to meditation. A therapist hooks you up to a computer that monitors your heart rate, breathing, body temperature, and muscle tension. Then they talk you through relaxation. For instance, the therapist may have you imagine you are holding something warm, and then watch as your body temperature increases. Basically, it shows the patient that the mind can actually have a physical effect on the body.

It was pretty neat. We met a young man named Zach (that’s him standing up) who uses biofeedback to prevent his jaw from locking. The guy in the chair is my photographer, Kevin Stewart. He was also impressed with the therapy and wanted to try it out himself. Zach actually helped coach Kevin through the different techniques to relax.

How did Kevin do? Very well, he was able to raise his body temperature two degrees in a matter of minutes…

To check out the story, I’ve posted the link below.

http://video.nbc5i.com/player/?id=243771