The results of biofeedback vary by individual. In successful treatments, biofeedback may allow patients to reduce or even eliminate their need for medication. The therapy also has the potential to increase the effectiveness of other treatments or help conditions when the patient fails to respond to other treatments. In some instances, it may decrease medical costs by removing the cost of other pain medications or therapies.

Biofeedback can also have psychological benefits. It may give patients control of their own healing and allow them to better monitor their own progress.

Biofeedback is considered very safe. However, it is wise for patients to be cautious and discuss the therapy with their physician thoroughly if they are suffering from depression, psychosis or endocrine disorders such as diabetes. This is because biofeedback may interfere with some medications for these conditions.