Abstract
This experimental case study seeks to understand the changes in physiological activity during and following an Authentic Movement
experience. A CapnoTrainer™ biofeedback instrument was used to measure heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV), capnometry,
and measurement of end-tidal Carbon Dioxide (ETCO2) during and following Authentic Movement activity. The results showed an increase in parasympathetic activity while maintaining
high sympathetic activation during stages of movement (Segments 5 & 6) where the mover reported “being moved.” In addition,
an unusual increase in HRV was found during movement and speaking about the experience following movement. Future studies
are recommended to evaluate the effectiveness of Authentic Movement as a self-regulatory process of the autonomic nervous
system in relation to HRV as an indicator of psychophysiological health.
experience. A CapnoTrainer™ biofeedback instrument was used to measure heart rate, heart rate variability (HRV), capnometry,
and measurement of end-tidal Carbon Dioxide (ETCO2) during and following Authentic Movement activity. The results showed an increase in parasympathetic activity while maintaining
high sympathetic activation during stages of movement (Segments 5 & 6) where the mover reported “being moved.” In addition,
an unusual increase in HRV was found during movement and speaking about the experience following movement. Future studies
are recommended to evaluate the effectiveness of Authentic Movement as a self-regulatory process of the autonomic nervous
system in relation to HRV as an indicator of psychophysiological health.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 1-21
- DOI 10.1007/s10465-012-9131-0
- Authors
- Jennifer Frank Tantia, Pratt Institute, 90 St. Mark’s Avenue, #3, Brooklyn, NY 11217, USA
- Journal American Journal of Dance Therapy
- Online ISSN 1573-3262
- Print ISSN 0146-3721