Effects of sensory room intervention on autonomic function in healthy adults: A pilot randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT: Sensory rooms are those equipped with various visual, auditory, and other sensory items that can be adjusted according to user preferences. Although several studies have reported the effectiveness of sensory rooms, their physiological effects remain unclear. This pilot study aims to investigate the effect of sensory rooms on vagal function, mood states, and attentional functions. Thirty-nine healthy young adults were randomly divided into the sensory room intervention (SRI) and sedentary activity (SA) groups, and given a 30-minute intervention. The SRI group spent time in a dimly lit room with beaded cushions and aroma oils. The SA group engaged in activities such as handicrafts and puzzles. We compared changes in respiratory sinus arrhythmia (RSA) at rest, RSA variability during discomfor

SUBMITTER: Otsuka H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12017487 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature