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Biofeedback with the eSense Skin Response!
The Mindfield eSense Skin Response is a small sensor to measure your skin conductance using the microphone input of your smartphone or tablet (Android or Apple iOS). The skin conductance is related to tension and relaxation and is a common stress indicator. With the eSense Skin Response you can measure your stress level and effectively reduce it with biofeedback training. The eSense gives the user precise feedback about the current level of stress in a variety of forms, e.g. through measurement curves, video and audio presentation. For audio biofeedback, the device has a headphone output. In addition to audio feedback, you can also listen to music or audio books during anti-stress training! The app belonging to the eSense is completely free and also allows an export of the collected measurement data via email.
With the eSense you can...
- ...do biofeedback training
- ...measurize and reduce your stress level
- ...create and use a guide for meditation
Skin Conductance/Skin Response
Skin response, also known as galvanic skin response (GSR), electrodermal response (EDR) or skin conductance (SC) is a method for measuring the skin's electrical conductance, which varies with its moisture level. Conductance is measured in µSiemens (µS) and is the inverse of electrical resistance. The eSense Skin Response measures skin conductance between two Velcro electrodes attached to the index- and middle fingers. Active measurement involves applying a very low, unnoticeable voltage to the fingers.
Significance of Skin Conductance and Biofeedback-Training
In a professional, therapeutic context, skin conductance training is the preferred biofeedback training method for anxiety, panic and learning relaxation. The sweat glands are controlled by the vegetative (sympathetic) nervous system and react directly to the smallest emotional, physical or mental changes. A rise in skin conductance is clearly visible under the influence of stress. Stress factors may be, for example, mental activity, emotional arousal, deep inhalation or frightening. Even the smallest changes are made visible with the aid of the app, and can be used for biofeedback training to reduce stress.
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Quick User Guide
- When you buy the eSense skin response you can download our free app from the App Store (Apple®) or Google Play (Android). (You can also download it in advance, but the app can not be effectively used without the sensor)
- Fix the two velcro electrodes around your index- and middle fingers.
- Combine the eSense Skin Response with the microphone jack of your mobile device, and with the velcro electrodes.
- Start the app and click "Start", the measurements will begin.
- Please carefully read the instructions within the app to get the best out of biofeedback training.
- Have fun with the eSense Skin Response!
- P.S. You can re-order velcro electrodes in our shop, but they are durable and can be re-used many times.
The free App from Mindfield
This app is free and included with every eSense, it provides all features as described on this page. With buying an eSense you get this free, professional and fully featured app for perfect biofeedback training.
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Which iOS Devices are Supported?
- Apple® iPhone® from 4S
- Apple® iPad® from 2nd Generation
- Apple® iPod touch® from 5th Generation
Which Android Devices are Supported?
- All Android Smartphones and Tablets from 4.0
- Your Android device requires a 3,5mm jack (headphone jack) for external microphones!
- If you plan on purchasing a device for using the eSense, we suggest the Amazon Fire 7 as an affordable tablet.
Is there a way to extend the cord of the eSense?
If you wish to use a longer cord between the eSense and your smartphone or tablet, you can extend the original cord of the eSense with a common, 4-pin, 3,5mm jack headset extension cord. We have tested 3 cords that have worked:- 2m cord: http://amzn.to/2kJwqBM
- 0,5m cord: http://amzn.to/2kKEONs
- 110cm cord: http://amzn.to/2jJg1LZ
- All three suggested cords cost between £ 6-8 and are available f.i. from Amazon. Alternatively you should be able to use other 4-pin cords as well.
Included in Delivery
- Mindfield® eSense Skin Response Sensor
- 2 velcro electrodes
- Free app from Mindfield via the App Store or Googly Play.
- Extensive instructions for effective training.
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