Do biofeedback devices provide intrinsic feedback to the player?

Biofeedback devices do not provide intrinsic feedback to the player. Intrinsic feedback refers to the internal sensory information that a player receives from their own body while performing a skill, such as the feel of a swing or the movement of their feet during a shot. In contrast, biofeedback devices are designed to monitor bodily functions, such as heart rate or muscle tension, and then provide the player with external information about these functions. This external information is considered extrinsic feedback, as it is not derived from the player's own sensory experiences but is instead provided by the device.

These devices are often used to help individuals become more aware of their physiological responses and to improve their performance through learned self-regulation. While they can be valuable tools for enhancing awareness, they operate from an external standpoint, hence categorizing their feedback as extrinsic rather than intrinsic.