Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback in Security Forces
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-55
SponsorEgas Moniz - Cooperativa de Ensino Superior, CRL
About this trial
This exploratory study evaluates the effectiveness of a 12-session Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback (HRV-BFB) protocol in reducing distress and burnout while promoting psychological well-being among Portuguese National Republican Guard (GNR) professionals. Exposed to high occupational stress from unpredictable risks, shift work, and limited resources, these individuals face elevated vulnerability to chronic stress outcomes. The intervention leverages real-time HRV feedback to enhance autonomic regulation, breathing techniques, and emotional self-regulation.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Operational military personnel of the Guarda Nacional Republicana (GNR) performing security, patrol, criminal investigation, or road safety duties
Any military rank or professional category within operational roles
Age between 18 and 55 years, inclusive
Both males and females
Disqualifiers
Extended sick leave or medical absence
Currently involved in serious disciplinary proceedings
Use, modification, or initiation of psychotropic medication (including antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers) within the past 6 months
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback (HRV-BFB) Training
Treatment groups
50 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov