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HRV measurement & training in Überlingen

Understand heart rate variability and practise recovery deliberately.

What HRV shows

HRV describes the differences in time between successive heartbeats. Under suitable measurement conditions, it provides information about autonomic nervous system regulation. We consider measurement quality, breathing, time of day, medication and your health when interpreting the results.

How we work with your results

First, we discuss your daily life and goals. We then take a suitable measurement and explain the main findings. During HRV biofeedback, you can observe how calm, individually adjusted breathing affects the measurement curve. We use this to develop short exercises for home.

How we assess progress

We review repeated measurements under comparable conditions alongside sleep, body awareness and daily experiences. The aim is to understand and practise recovery. A single low reading is not a diagnosis; a higher reading alone does not mean an overall improvement in health.

HRV measurement & training

Questions about this service.

Do I need my own measuring device?

You do not need your own device for a measurement at the centre. We discuss whether home measurements would be useful based on your goals.

Can HRV determine cortisol levels?

No. HRV and cortisol are different measurements. A cortisol level cannot be calculated from an HRV measurement.

My approach

Consider the wider context.

This service is part of my Recovery Pyramid. Together, we identify which foundation needs attention first.

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Scientific background.

Goessl et al. (2017): HRV biofeedback, stress and anxiety — meta-analysis

This source describes general research and does not establish the effectiveness of every specific device application at the centre.

Personal contact

Let us discuss what could help you.

Tell me about your concern. We discuss a sensible first step and any questions that should first be assessed medically.

Directly with Uli Gutbrod · Überlingen on Lake Constance

Your questions about HRV

Why is my reading low today? How do a watch and chest strap differ? What helps when working with the data?

Read 30 HRV questions and answersDE

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