Summary
First study examining HRV coherence in children with fibromyalgia found reduced coherence associated with greater symptom burden and psychological distress, suggesting HRV biofeedback as a potential non-pharmacological treatment.
Methods
HRV coherence analysis in children and adolescents with juvenile fibromyalgia
Key Findings
- Reduced HRV coherence correlates with greater symptom burden
- Psychological distress associated with lower HRV coherence
- HRV may serve as biomarker in pediatric fibromyalgia
- HRV biofeedback offers non-pharmacological treatment option
Limitations
Preliminary study, larger samples needed
What This Means for You
For young people with chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia, HRV tracking may help monitor symptom severity. HRV biofeedback training could offer a drug-free approach to improving autonomic regulation and potentially reducing symptoms.
Source
Read the original paper in Pediatric Rheumatology ↗
Added to HRV Zone: 2026-01-23