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Saltan A, Mert S, Topbaş Ö, Aksu B. The investigation of effect on foot plantar massage on functional recovery in older adults with general surgery, randomized clinical trial. Aging Clin Exp Res 2024; 36:118. [PMID: 38780814 PMCID: PMC11116172 DOI: 10.1007/s40520-024-02770-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Foot massage is known to be effective on the emotional state (anxiety, depression, etc.) in the postoperative period. However, studies on its effect on functional level are insufficient. AIM The study aimed to investigate the impact of foot plantar massage on functional recovery in older adults undergoing general surgery, employing a randomized clinical trial design. METHODS A total of 70 older adults aged 65 years and above who underwent abdominal surgery were included. Various assessments were conducted, including pain levels (Visual Analogue Scale), fear of mobility (Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia), functional independence (Functional Independence Measure), balance (Berg Balance Scale), basic mobility (Rivermead Mobility Index), mental function status (Standardized Mini-Mental State Examination), and delirium (Nu-DESC). RESULTS Statistically significant differences were observed in some assessment parameters within the groups during the 2nd and 3rd measurement times, with the intervention group demonstrating significant mean differences. DISCUSSIONS The literature underscores the increase in kinesiophobia scores post-general/abdominal surgery in older adults, emphasizing the importance of evaluating functional level and kinesiophobia to expedite discharge processes and potentially plan early post-discharge rehabilitation to mitigate readmissions for functional reasons. CONCLUSIONS Ultimately, foot massage was found to be effective in reducing kinesiophobia, improving balance, mobility, daily living skills, and mental status in older adults post-abdominal surgery, thereby advocating for the facilitation of post-discharge rehabilitation programs or the reduction of readmission rates. THE CLINICAL TRIALS NUMBER NCT05534490.
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- Asuman Saltan
- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Yalova University, Yalova, Turkey.
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- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Kırşehir Ahi Evran University, Kırşehir, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Kocaeli Vocational School of Health Services, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, Turkey
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- Vocational School of Health Services, Kocaeli University Hospital, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, Turkey
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Kırca AŞ, Çetin NŞ. The effect of classical foot massage on insomnia and anxiety in preeclamptic pregnant women: a randomized controlled study. REVISTA DA ASSOCIACAO MEDICA BRASILEIRA (1992) 2024; 70:e20230744. [PMID: 38422316 PMCID: PMC10903275 DOI: 10.1590/1806-9282.20230744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Preeclampsia is one of the most common complaints during pregnancy. Preeclamptic pregnant women may experience insomnia and anxiety. METHODS This study was a randomized controlled trial with 71 preeclamptic women. In the experimental group, a foot massage was done for 3 days in a week. In the control group, any applications were not done. These groups were assessed for insomnia and anxiety levels. RESULTS In this study, it was found that classical foot massage significantly reduced (12.45±5.74 vs. 33.4±6.41) insomnia and anxiety compared with the control group (18.8±6.44 vs. 39.19±8.31, respectively, p<0.05). CONCLUSION The classical foot massage can effectively decrease insomnia and anxiety symptoms.
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- Ayça Şolt Kırca
- Kırklareli University, School of Health Science, Department of
Midwifery - Kırklareli, Turkey
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- Firat University, School of Health Science, Department of Nursing -
Elâzığ, Turkey
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Mutlu S, Yılmaz E, Şahin ST. The effect of position change and abdominal massage on anxiety, pain and distension after colonoscopy: A randomized clinical trial. Explore (NY) 2024; 20:89-94. [PMID: 37391282 DOI: 10.1016/j.explore.2023.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2023] [Revised: 06/15/2023] [Accepted: 06/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/02/2023]
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CONTEXT Pain, abdominal distention, and anxiety are major risk factors encountered after colonoscopy. Complementary and alternative treatments, such as abdominal massage and position change, are used to reduce the associated risk factors. OBJECTIVE To determine the effect of position change and abdominal massage on anxiety, pain, and distension after colonoscopy. DESIGN A randomized three-group experimental trial. SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS This study was conducted with 123 patients who underwent colonoscopy at the endoscopy unit of a hospital located in western Turkey. METHODS Three groups were formed: two interventional (abdominal massage and position change) and one control, each including 41 patients. Data were gathered using a personal information form, pre- and post-colonoscopy measurement form, the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and the Spielberger State-Trait Anxiety Inventory. Pain and comfort levels, abdominal circumference values, and vital signs of the patients were measured at four evaluation times. RESULTS In the abdominal massage group, the VAS pain scores and abdominal circumference measurements decreased the most and the VAS comfort scores increased the most 15 min after the patients were taken to the recovery room (p<0.05). Furthermore, bowel sounds were heard, and bloating was relieved in all patients in both intervention groups 15 min after they were taken to the recovery room. CONCLUSIONS Abdominal massage and position change can be considered effective interventions for relieving bloating and facilitating flatulence after colonoscopy. Moreover, abdominal massage can be a powerful method for reducing pain and abdominal circumference and increasing patient comfort.
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- Senan Mutlu
- Faculty of Health Science, Department of Surgical Nursing, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, Turkey; Faculty of Health Science, Department of Surgical Nursing, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Uncubozköy Sağlık Yerleşkesi (İİBF Eski Binası) Yunusemre, Manisa 45030, Turkey
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- Faculty of Health Science, Department of Surgical Nursing, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, Turkey.
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- Faculty of Medical School, Department of General Surgery, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Manisa, Turkey; Faculty of Medical School, Department of General Surgery, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Uncubozköy Mah., Mimar Sinan Bulvarı No:189Yunusemre, Manisa 45030, Turkey
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Mottahedi M, Shamsi M, Babani SF, Goli S, Rizevandi P. Comparing the effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation and massage therapy on post laparoscopic shoulder pain: a randomized clinical trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:764. [PMID: 37759246 PMCID: PMC10537143 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-06905-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Shoulder pain is a common clinical problem after laparoscopic surgeries. The use of non-pharmacological massage and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) as an adjunct to routine treatment is increasing to provide optimal pain relief. Therefore, we aimed to determine the effect of TENS and massage therapy on post laparoscopic shoulder pain (PLSP). METHODS This study was conducted on 138 patients who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Patients were randomly divided into three groups: massage plus conventional pharmacological treatment (n = 46), TENS plus conventional pharmacological treatment (n = 46), and conventional pharmacological treatment (n = 46). Massage and TENS were performed three consecutive times after the patients regained consciousness in the inpatient wards. The intensity of Shoulder pain was evaluated using a visual analog scale before and 20 min after each treatment. RESULTS Both massage therapy and TENS led to a significant reduction in the intensity of PLPS compared to the control group in all three measured times (p < 0.001). However, no significant difference was observed between TENS and massage at any of the three-time points. CONCLUSIONS This study's findings demonstrated that massage and TENS techniques could reduce PLSP. TRIAL REGISTRATION Registered in the Iranian registry of clinical trials ( www.irct.ir ) in 05/02/2022 with the following code: IRCT20200206046395N1.
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- Mobin Mottahedi
- Department of Operating Room, School of Paramedical, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Operating Room, School of Paramedical, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran
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- Department of Operating Room, School of Paramedical Sciences, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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Liu C, Chen X, Wu S. The effect of massage therapy on pain after surgery: A comprehensive meta-analysis. Complement Ther Med 2022; 71:102892. [PMID: 36309174 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2022.102892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2022] [Revised: 08/30/2022] [Accepted: 10/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Findings on the usefulness of massage therapy (MT) in postoperative pain management are often inconsistent among studies. OBJECTIVES This study's aim is to conduct a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCT) to clarify the effects of massage therapy in the treatment of postoperative pain. METHODS Three databases (PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials) were searched for RCTs published from database inception through January 26, 2021. The primary outcome was pain relief. The quality of RCTs was appraised with the Cochrane Collaboration risk of bias tool. The random-effect model was used to calculate the effect sizes and standardized mean difference (SMD) with 95 % confidential intervals (CIs) as a summary effect. The heterogeneity test was conducted through I2. Subgroup and sensitivity analyses were used to explore the source of heterogeneity. Possible publication bias was assessed using visual inspection of funnel plot asymmetry. RESULTS The analysis included 33 RCTs and showed that MT is effective in reducing postoperative pain (SMD, -1.32; 95 % CI, -2.01 to -0.63; p = 0.0002; I2 = 98.67 %). A similar significant effect was found for both short (immediate assessment) and long terms (assessment performed 4-6 weeks after the MT). Remarkably, we found neither the duration per session nor the dose had an impact on the effect of MT and there seemed to be no difference in the effects of different MT types. In addition, MT seemed to be more effective for adults. Furthermore, MT had better analgesic effects on cesarean section and heart surgery than orthopedic surgery. LIMITATIONS Publication bias is possible due to the inclusion of studies in English only. Additionally, the included studies were extremely heterogeneous. Double-blind research on MT is difficult to implement, and none of the included studies is double-blind. There was some heterogeneity and publication bias in the included studies. In addition, there is no uniform evaluation standard for the operation level of massage practitioners, which may lead to research implementation bias. CONCLUSIONS MT is effective in reducing postoperative pain in both short and long terms.
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- Chunhua Liu
- Department of Cancer Rehabilitation, Lishui Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Affiliated to Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lishui, Zhejiang, China.
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China.
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- Department of Cancer Rehabilitation, Lishui Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Affiliated to Zhejiang University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lishui, Zhejiang, China.
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Harorani M, Salehi M, Shahrodi M, Rafiei F. Effect of localized acupressure massage on anxiety during chemotherapy in patients with breast cancer: A single-blind randomized clinical trial. Eur J Integr Med 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eujim.2022.102209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Ünal Aslan KS, Altın S. Aromatherapy and foot massage on happiness, sleep quality, and fatigue levels in patients with stroke: A randomized controlled trial. Eur J Integr Med 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eujim.2022.102164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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ABDULLAYEV A. THE EFFECT OF THE FOOT MASSAGE ON PAIN AND ANXIETY LEVELS AFTER LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY. CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCES 2021. [DOI: 10.33808/clinexphealthsci.871454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Dusek JA, Rivard RL, Griffin KH, Finch MD. Significant Pain Reduction in Hospitalized Patients Receiving Integrative Medicine Interventions by Clinical Population and Accounting for Pain Medication. J Altern Complement Med 2021; 27:S28-S36. [PMID: 33788611 DOI: 10.1089/acm.2021.0051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background: Prior research has reported that integrative medicine (IM) therapies reduce pain in inpatients, but without controlling for important variables. Here, the authors extend prior research by assessing pain reduction while accounting for each patient's pain medication status and clinical population. Methods: The initial data set consisted of 7,106 inpatient admissions, aged ≥18 years, between July 16, 2012, and December 15, 2014. Patients' electronic health records were used to obtain data on demographic, clinical measures, and pain medication status during IM. Results: The final data set included first IM therapies delivered during 3,635 admissions. Unadjusted average pre-IM pain was 5.33 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 5.26 to 5.41) and post-IM pain was 3.31 (95% CI: 3.23 to 3.40) on a 0-10 scale. Pain change adjusted for severity of illness, clinical population, sex, treatment, and pain medication status during IM was significant and clinically meaningful with an average reduction of -1.97 points (95% CI: -2.06 to -1.86) following IM. Adjusted average pain was reduced in all clinical populations, with largest and smallest pain reductions in maternity care (-2.34 points [95% CI: -2.56 to -2.14]) and orthopedic (-1.71 points [95% CI: -1.98 to -1.44]) populations. Pain medication status did not have a statistically significant association on pain change. Decreases were observed regardless of whether patients were taking narcotic medications and/or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs versus no pain medications. Conclusions: For the first time, inpatients receiving IM reported significant and clinically meaningful pain reductions during a first IM session while accounting for pain medications and across clinical populations. Future implementation research should be conducted to optimize identification/referral/delivery of IM therapies within hospitals. Clinical Trials.gov #NCT02190240.
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- Jeffery A Dusek
- UH Connor Integrative Health Network, University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH, USA.,Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- UH Connor Integrative Health Network, University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH, USA.,Center for Evaluation and Survey Research, HealthPartners Institute, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Children's Minnesota Research Institute, Children's Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Children's Minnesota Research Institute, Children's Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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Ren N, Yang G, Ren X, Li L. Effects of foot massage on relieving pain, anxiety and improving quality of life of patients undergone a cervical spine surgery. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2021; 19:22. [PMID: 33468148 PMCID: PMC7814554 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-021-01667-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2020] [Accepted: 01/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Long-term recovery of patients undergone cervical spine surgery is of paramount importance to improve their quality of life. In this study we aimed to evaluate the effects of foot massage on relieving pain and anxiety of patients with anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). Methods Enrolled patients undergone ACDF and diagnosed with anxiety disorder at least six months before surgery were treated with 10-min foot massage on a daily basis for four weeks using sweet almond oil. Patients were assessed by neck pain visual analog pain scale (NP-VAS), neck disability index (NDI) and self-rating anxiety scale. Results More significant relief in NP-VAS was observed in patients who received foot massage treatment. No significant difference in NDI reduction was seen in patients with or without the treatment. Intervention group demonstrated less anxiety during follow-up (p = 0.021) compared to the control group and more reduction compared to baseline (p = 0.046). In terms of quality of life, while both groups demonstrated improvement in pain relief (p = 0.015 for the intervention group and p = 0.037 for the control group), only the intervention group showed improved mental function (p = 0.031). Conclusion This study found that foot massage was effective in alleviating pain and anxiety, while improving quality of life in patients undergone ACDF, indicating that this intervention should be considered in the clinical management of these patients.
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- Nana Ren
- Department of Spinal Surgery, Liaocheng People's Hospital, No. 67 Dongchang Xi Road, Liaocheng, 252000, Shandong, China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Liaocheng People's Hospital, No. 67 Dongchang Xi Road, Liaocheng, 252000, Shandong, China
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Liaocheng People's Hospital, No. 67 Dongchang Xi Road, Liaocheng, 252000, Shandong, China.
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- Department of Spinal Surgery, Liaocheng People's Hospital, No. 67 Dongchang Xi Road, Liaocheng, 252000, Shandong, China.
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Guo PP, Fan SL, Li P, Zhang XH, Liu N, Wang J, Chen DD, Sun WJ, Yu L, Yang S, Zhang W. The effectiveness of massage on peri-operative anxiety in adults: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials and controlled clinical trials. Complement Ther Clin Pract 2020; 41:101240. [PMID: 32977216 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2020] [Revised: 09/05/2020] [Accepted: 09/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE and purpose: Massage has gained increasing attention for reducing peri-operative anxiety. We aimed to investigate the effectiveness of massage for peri-operative anxiety in adults. METHODS Six English electronic databases were comprehensively searched from their inception to February 2020. Subgroup analysis, quality assessment, sensitivity analysis, meta-regression and publication bias assessment were performed. RESULTS Twenty-five controlled trials comprising 2494 participants were included. The meta-analysis indicated that massage could significantly reduce peri-operative anxiety for most types of surgical patients. Specifically, it was effective for pre-, intra- and post-operative anxiety. Acupoint or specific body reflex area massage showed a larger effect than general massage did. Massage delivered by professionals and non-professionals were both effective. Massage lasting 10-20 min per session was the most worthy of recommendation. Massage was concomitant with the improvement of peri-operative vital signs and post-operative pain. CONCLUSION Massage is a promising complementary therapy for ameliorating peri-operative anxiety in adults.
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- Ping-Ping Guo
- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang province, 325006, China.
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- Department of Developmental Pediatrics, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130041, China.
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- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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- Nursing School, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin province, 130021, China.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Despite advances in pharmacologic management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) remains popular adjuncts to therapy among patients for ongoing symptomatology. RECENT FINDINGS Mind-body interventions are becoming increasingly popular, including yoga and meditation. Randomized controlled trials have found these interventions to be helpful regarding pain, mood, and energy in RA patients. Other CAM modalities, such as natural products, special diets, acupuncture, and body-based therapies, also continue to be used by RA patients with limited evidence for efficacy and safety. While there are numerous CAM interventions available, the data is very limited at this time with only low-quality evidence supporting various therapies. Medical providers are more open to the addition of CAM in their patients and require increased education on the topic. Additional research needs to be conducted in order to provide evidence-based recommendations to our patients.
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- Sara Baig
- Johns Hopkins University, 5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle/Asthma & Allergy Building, Suite 1B.1, Baltimore, MD, 21224, USA
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- Johns Hopkins University, 5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle/Asthma & Allergy Building, Suite 1B.1, Baltimore, MD, 21224, USA.
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Hauschulz J, Clark S, Bauer B, Chon T. Resolution of Postsurgical Diplopia, Paresthesia, and Weakness Following Inpatient Massage Therapy: A Case Report. Glob Adv Health Med 2019; 8:2164956119852396. [PMID: 31192054 PMCID: PMC6540693 DOI: 10.1177/2164956119852396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2019] [Revised: 04/25/2019] [Accepted: 04/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Massage therapy is utilized in hospitals for patients experiencing pain, anxiety, sleeplessness, among other symptoms. Postsurgical pain is one of the most common reasons massage therapy is ordered. We present a case of a 45-year-old woman who underwent ventral hernia repair. Postoperative day 2, she began to experience multiple symptoms, including double-vision, left-sided facial numbness, tremors, pain, and weakness in her left fingers, arm, and leg. A static magnetic resonance image of the brain and cervical spine were obtained, which revealed disc protrusions at C3/C4, C5/C6, C6/C7, and mild deformity of the spinal cord. The patient's pain was difficult to control and she was unable to be weaned from intravenous pain medication. Massage therapy was ordered on postoperative days 6 and 7. During both massage sessions, as upper neck muscle tension was reduced, the therapist and patient observed several audible "pops" of the cervical spine with immediate relief of symptoms. In this particular case, massage therapy, though requested to address pain, had a secondary benefit in relieving her diplopia, left-sided facial numbness, tremors, and weakness. Although the mechanism of action is not clear, this case highlights the significant secondary beneficial effects that often occur with massage therapy.
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- Integrative Medicine and Health, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Integrative Medicine and Health, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Integrative Medicine and Health, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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Keramati M, Sargolzaei MS, Moghadasi A, Basirinezhad MH, Mohammadpourhodki R. Evaluating the Effect of Slow-Stroke Back Massage on the Anxiety of Candidates for Cataract Surgery. Int J Ther Massage Bodywork 2019; 12:12-17. [PMID: 31191784 PMCID: PMC6542577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The patients under cataract surgery often experience anxiety not only during the surgery, but also prior to the surgery. PURPOSE We sought to determine the effects of slow-stroke back massage on anxiety in patients undergoing cataract surgery. SETTING The study was conducted in the Amiral-momenin Hospital of Zabol city, south-east of Iran. PARTICIPANTS A total of 60 candidates of cataract surgery participated in the study. RESEARCH DESIGN The participants were randomly allocated to either control or intervention groups. The intervention group received slow-stroke back massages, while patients in control group received routine interventions. INTERVENTION The slow-stroke back massage was performed on the patients assigned to the intervention group. The intervention was performed in the morning of the surgery day at 30 minutes before the surgery. The researcher performed each massage session in a sitting position. The duration of each massage session was 15 minutes. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Anxiety was assessed in the both groups in the morning of the surgery, before and immediately after the intervention. Independent samples Student's t test, paired samples Student's t test, and chi-squared test were used to analyze the data. RESULTS Anxiety was not significantly different between the two groups before and after the massage (p = .816). On the other hand, paired samples Student's t test showed a significant difference comparing the anxiety scores before (49.7±5.43) and after (45.16±3.89) the massage in the intervention group (p < .001). CONCLUSIONS Based on our results, slow-stroke back massage, which is a low-cost and safe method, reduced anxiety in patients who were candidates for cataract surgery.
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- Maryam Keramati
- School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Petroleum Industrial Health Organization, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran,Corresponding author: Reza Mohammadpourhodki, Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran,
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The Effect of Foot Massage on Pain Intensity and Anxiety in Patients Having Undergone a Tibial Shaft Fracture Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Orthop Trauma 2018; 32:e482-e486. [PMID: 30444801 DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000001320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the effect of massage therapy on pain intensity and anxiety in patients who have undergone tibial shaft fracture surgery. DESIGN This study was a randomized clinical trial with a pre-post design. As the study included 2 treatment groups, it was a parallel study. SETTING Khatam-Al-Anbia Hospital in Zahedan, Iran, between July and August 2017. PATIENTS In all, 66 patients who underwent a tibial shaft fracture surgery were enrolled and randomly assigned to intervention and control groups (33 patients each). INTERVENTION The intervention included a 10-minute foot massage (5 minutes per leg) using sweet almond oil, the most common lubricant used in massage therapy. MAIN OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS Data were collected using pain numeric rating scale and Spielberger State-Trait Anxiety Inventory before and after intervention. RESULTS After intervention, the mean scores for pain intensity, and anxiety in the intervention and control groups were 4.72 (0.97) and 5.72 (0.91), and 42.84 (6.50) and 58.36 (10.37), respectively. A significant difference was noted between the intervention and control groups concerning pain intensity and anxiety. CONCLUSIONS The results indicated that massage therapy reduced pain intensity and anxiety in patients who underwent tibial shaft fracture surgery. Therefore, using massage as a noninvasive and acceptable intervention is suggested in orthopaedic surgery, especially after tibial shaft fracture surgeries. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level I. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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Najafi Ghezeljeh T, Mohaddes Ardebili F. Comparing the effect of patients preferred music and Swedish massage on anticipatory anxiety in patients with burn injury: Randomized controlled clinical trial. Complement Ther Clin Pract 2018; 32:55-60. [PMID: 30057058 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2018.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2017] [Revised: 04/11/2018] [Accepted: 05/03/2018] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Effective strategies should be considered for reducing pain and anxiety and improving burn patients' well-being. This study was aimed to compare the effect of preferred music and Swedish massage on pain anticipatory anxiety in burn patients. METHODS In this randomized controlled clinical trial 240 hospitalized burn patients were selected and assigned to Swedish massage, preferred music, combination of Swedish massage and preferred music and control groups through fixed blocking randomization. Interventions was offered before wound care one time for 20 min on patients' bedside. Patients in the control group only received routine care. The Persian version of Burn Specific Pain Anxiety Scale were used for data gathering. Data was analyzed using SPSS-PC (V.16.0). RESULTS There was a statistically significant difference between groups regarding mean changes of anticipatory anxiety (P < 0.001). The results indicated that patients in the group of combination of both interventions reported significantly lower anticipatory anxiety as compared to the preferred music (P = 0.015), Swedish massage (P = 0.002) and control (P < 0.001) groups. The mean changes of anticipatory anxiety score in the Swedish massage and preferred music groups had a statistically significant difference with the control group (P < 0.001). There was no difference between the mean changes of anticipatory anxiety in preferred music and Swedish massage groups. CONCLUSIONS According to the results, combining both Swedish massage and preferred music was more effective in reducing anticipatory anxiety in burn patients. Health care providers, particularly, nurses can provide these two noninvasive and economical interventions simultaneously and benefits the synergistic effect of them in burn patients.
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- Tahereh Najafi Ghezeljeh
- Department of Critical Care Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Rashid Yasemi St., Valiasr St., Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Rashid Yasemi St., Valiasr St., Tehran, Iran.
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Vergo MT, Pinkson BM, Broglio K, Li Z, Tosteson TD. Immediate Symptom Relief After a First Session of Massage Therapy or Reiki in Hospitalized Patients: A 5-Year Clinical Experience from a Rural Academic Medical Center. J Altern Complement Med 2018; 24:801-808. [PMID: 29620922 DOI: 10.1089/acm.2017.0409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES There is an increasing demand for and use of alternative and complementary therapies, such as reiki and massage therapy, in hospital-based settings. Most controlled studies and practice-based reports include oncology and surgical patient populations; thus the effect in a more heterogeneous hospitalized patient population is hard to estimate. We examined the immediate symptom relief from a single reiki or massage session in a hospitalized population at a rural academic medical center. DESIGN Retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data on demographic, clinical, process, and quality of life for hospitalized patients receiving massage therapy or reiki. SETTINGS/LOCATION A 396-bed rural academic and tertiary medical center in the United States. SUBJECTS Hospitalized patients requesting or referred to the healing arts team who received either a massage or reiki session and completed both a pre- and post-therapy symptom questionnaire. INTERVENTIONS First session of routine reiki or massage therapy during a hospital stay. OUTCOME MEASURES Differences between pre- and postsession patient-reported scores in pain, nausea, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and overall well-being using an 11-point Likert scale. RESULTS Patients reported symptom relief with both reiki and massage therapy. Analysis of the reported data showed reiki improved fatigue (-2.06 vs. -1.55 p < 0.0001) and anxiety (-2.21 vs. -1.84 p < 0.001) statistically more than massage. Pain, nausea, depression, and well being changes were not statistically different between reiki and massage encounters. Immediate symptom relief was similar for cancer and noncancer patients for both reiki and massage therapy and did not vary based on age, gender, length of session, and baseline symptoms. CONCLUSIONS Reiki and massage clinically provide similar improvements in pain, nausea, fatigue, anxiety, depression, and overall well-being while reiki improved fatigue and anxiety more than massage therapy in a heterogeneous hospitalized patient population. Controlled trials should be considered to validate the data.
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- Maxwell T Vergo
- 1 Section of Palliative Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire.,2 Geisel School of Medicine , Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- 1 Section of Palliative Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- 1 Section of Palliative Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire.,2 Geisel School of Medicine , Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- 3 Division of Biostatistics, Department of Biomedical Data Science, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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- 3 Division of Biostatistics, Department of Biomedical Data Science, Lebanon, New Hampshire
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The Effects of Massage Therapy on Pain and Anxiety after Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Pain Manag Nurs 2018; 18:378-390. [PMID: 29173797 DOI: 10.1016/j.pmn.2017.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2016] [Revised: 08/16/2017] [Accepted: 09/09/2017] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Pain management is critical for patients after surgery, but current pain management methods are not always adequate. Massage therapy may be a therapeutic complementary therapy for pain. Many researchers have investigated the effects of massage therapy on post-operative pain, but there have been no systematic reviews and meta-analysis of its efficacy for post-operative patients. Our objective was to assess the effects of massage therapy on pain management among post-operative patients by conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis. The databases searched included MEDLINE, CINAHL, and the Cochrane Library's CENTRAL. To assess the effects of massage therapy on post-operative pain and anxiety, we performed a meta-analysis and calculated standardized mean difference with 95% CIs (Confidential Intervals) as a summary effect. Ten randomized controlled trials were selected (total sample size = 1,157). Meta-analysis was conducted using subgroup analysis. The effect of single dosage massage therapy on post-operative pain showed significant improvement (-0.49; 95% confidence intervals -0.64, -0.34; p < .00001) and low heterogeneity (p = .39, I2 = 4%), sternal incisions showed significant improvement in pain (-0.68; -0.91, -0.46; p< .00001) and low heterogeneity (p = .76, I2 = 0%). The anxiety subgroups showed substantial heterogeneity. The findings of this study revealed that massage therapy may alleviate post-operative pain, although there are limits on generalization of these findings due to low methodological quality in the reviewed studies.
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Mallory MJ, Hauschulz JL, Do A, Dreyer NE, Bauer BA. Case Reports of Acupuncturists and Massage Therapists at Mayo Clinic: New Allies in Expediting Patient Diagnoses. Explore (NY) 2017; 14:149-151. [PMID: 29395572 DOI: 10.1016/j.explore.2017.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2017] [Accepted: 02/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Acupuncturists and massage therapists practicing within hospital and clinic settings is a relatively new, but growing phenomenon. Many clinical trials have documented the therapeutic roles these professionals can play in caring for patients. However, to our knowledge, little emphasis has been placed on their ability to aid in the diagnostic process. We report here our experience with these providers playing a critical role in contributing novel diagnostic information, both in the outpatient and inpatient settings. These observations suggest that acupuncturists and massage therapists can play a strategic role in helping achieve timely diagnoses for many patients. Strategies on how to incorporate these professionals into the care flow in the clinic and hospital are discussed.
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- Molly J Mallory
- Integrative Medicine and Health, Division General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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- Integrative Medicine and Health, Division General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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- Integrative Medicine and Health, Division General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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- Integrative Medicine and Health, Division General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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- Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905.
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Montross-Thomas LP, Meier EA, Reynolds-Norolahi K, Raskin EE, Slater D, Mills PJ, MacElhern L, Kallenberg G. Inpatients' Preferences, Beliefs, and Stated Willingness to Pay for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Treatments. J Altern Complement Med 2017; 23:259-263. [DOI: 10.1089/acm.2016.0288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- Lori P. Montross-Thomas
- Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
- Moores Cancer Center, Psychiatry and Psychosocial Services, Patient and Family Support Services, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
- Moores Cancer Center, Psychiatry and Psychosocial Services, Patient and Family Support Services, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
- True Wellness Acupuncture, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
- Center for Integrative Medicine, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
- Center for Integrative Medicine, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
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- Center for Integrative Medicine, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
- Center for Integrative Medicine, University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
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Jahdi F, Mehrabadi M, Mortazavi F, Haghani H. The Effect of Slow-Stroke Back Massage on the Anxiety Levels of Iranian Women on the First Postpartum Day. IRANIAN RED CRESCENT MEDICAL JOURNAL 2016; 18:e34270. [PMID: 27781122 PMCID: PMC5068252 DOI: 10.5812/ircmj.34270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2015] [Revised: 12/09/2015] [Accepted: 02/03/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Background Anxiety disorder is common during the postpartum period. Back massage relaxation techniques are one of the most important nonpharmacological interventions to prevent and control postpartum-related anxiety. Objectives To determine the effectiveness of slow-stroke back massage on the anxiety levels of primiparous mothers in the first days after delivery. Materials and Methods This single-blind controlled clinical trial consisted of 100 primiparous mothers with normal deliveries. The mothers were randomly allocated to interventional (n = 50) or control (n = 50) groups using binary blocks. Both groups were followed up just before, immediately after, and the morning after the intervention. Data were collected using a demographic questionnaire and Spielberger’s state anxiety inventory (STAI) questionnaire. Results The mean age of the mothers was 22 years. There were no significant between-group differences in age (P = 0.333), education (P = 0.427), and medication during labor and the postpartum period (P = 0.412). There was no statistically significant difference between the mean anxiety scores of the experimental (6.66 ± 35.48) and control groups (9.05 ± 37.42) before the intervention (P = 0.268). Immediately after the massage and the next morning, there was a significant between-group difference in the anxiety scores (P < 0.001). Conclusions The findings demonstrate that slow-stroke back massage is a simple, inexpensive, noninvasive, and effective method to reduce the anxiety levels of primiparous women during the first postpartum day.
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- Fereshteh Jahdi
- Nursing and Midwifery School, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran
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- Nursing and Midwifery School, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran
- Corresponding Author: Maryam Mehrabadi, Nursing and Midwifery School, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran, E-mail:
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- Education Development Center, Sabzevar University of Medical Sciences, Sabzevar, IR Iran
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- Medical Management & Information School, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran
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Jalalodini A, Nourian M, Saatchi K, Kavousi A, Ghaljeh M. The Effectiveness of Slow-Stroke Back Massage on Hospitalization Anxiety and Physiological Parameters in School-Age Children: A Randomized Clinical Trial Study. IRANIAN RED CRESCENT MEDICAL JOURNAL 2016; 18:e36567. [PMID: 28210499 PMCID: PMC5301992 DOI: 10.5812/ircmj.36567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2016] [Revised: 04/07/2016] [Accepted: 05/03/2016] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background The outcomes of hospitalization anxiety are mental health disorders. One of the methods of anxiety reduction is massage, which can cause reduction of pain and changes in physiological parameters. Objectives This study aimed to investigate the effects of slow-stroke back massage (SSBM) on hospitalization anxiety and physiological parameters in school-age children. Methods This clinical trial study included 80 school-aged children from Ali Ebne Abi Taleb hospital, located in Zahedan, who were selected using sequential sampling and randomly divided into two groups: a massage group (40) and a control group (40). Data were collected using a demographic questionnaire and the state-trait anxiety inventory for children (STAIC). Subjects in the massage group received SSBM, using sesame oil, for 3 days. Massage was given three times a day, and each massage session lasted for 15 - 20 minutes. Physiological parameters and hospitalization anxiety were determined from the second to fifth days. T-test and Chi-square were used for analysis data. Results There was a statistically significant difference (P < 0.05) between the mean of systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressures (DBP), and pulse rate (PR) in the massage group prior to intervention (97.05 ± 20.7, 60.35 ± 16.69 and 95.45 ± 13.02 respectively) and on the fifth day (88.32 ± 16.58, 55.95 ± 12.7 and 90.45 ± 15.1 respectively). However, no difference was observed in mean respiratory rate (RR) in the massage group from the second day (17.55 ± 3.6) to fifth day (17.62 ± 3.27) (P = 0.096). The mean of state of anxiety, which was 36.4 ± 5.1 before intervention, was reduced by the fifth day to 31.2 ± 5.1 in the massage group (P < 0.0001, t = 5.2). Conclusions The results suggest that massage reduced hospitalization anxiety, PR, and BP. Therefore, we propose that nurses can use massage to reduce anxiety in school-age children in hospital. This method has no side-effects and is easily applicable.
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- Alia Jalalodini
- Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, IR Iran
- Community Nursing Research Center (CNRC), Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, IR Iran
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- Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran
- Corresponding Author: Manijeh Nourian, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran. Tel: +98-2188655366, Fax: +98-2188202521, E-mail:
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- Acupuncture Specialist, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran
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- Faculty of Industrial Safety, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, IR Iran
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- Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, IR Iran
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Myburgh C, Boyle E, Larsen JB, Christensen HW. Health care encounters in Danish chiropractic practice from a consumer perspectives - a mixed methods investigation. Chiropr Man Therap 2016; 24:22. [PMID: 27433334 PMCID: PMC4948102 DOI: 10.1186/s12998-016-0103-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2015] [Accepted: 05/20/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Perceived value is the key ingredient to carving and maintaining a competitive business niche. The opportunities to interact with consumers to understand and enhance perceived value are termed ‘touch points’. Due to the out-of-pocket expense incurred by patients, Danish chiropractors are subject to consumer trends and behaviors. The purpose of this investigation was to explore and describe consumer touch points relevant to perceived value through healthcare journeys in chiropractic practices. Method We designed a convergent parallel, mixed methods study. Our purposive sampling framework identified 11 chiropractic clinics from which we collected observational field notes, video recordings and face-to-face interviews. Results Data was collected between April 14th and June 26th 2014. We described the exteriors and interiors of all participant clinics, interviewed 32 staff members, 12 new patients and 36 follow-up patients and finally video recorded 11 new and 24 follow-up consultations. Categorization and analysis led to the emergence six consumer touch point themes: ‘the internet’, ‘the physical environment’, ‘practice models’, ‘administrative staff’, ‘the consultation sequence and timing’ and ‘a consultation that adds value’. The Internet functions as a tool when choosing/confirming a clinic as appropriate, developing and initial image and managing appointments. The administrative hub appears integral to the shaping of positive consumer experiences outside of the consultation. Clinic location, practice model and interior design may contribute to context effects and thus may influence value perception during the clinical encounter. The duration of hands-on treatment received from the chiropractor is not an apparent consumer focus point. Rather, through a seven stage clinical procedure patients value consultations with clinicians who demonstrate professional competence by effective communication diagnosis/management and facilitating satisfactory treatment outcomes. Conclusion At least six consumer touch points add/detract from value-related experiences in chiropractic practices. The duration of hands-on treatment per se does not appear to be a particular focus point. More research is required to explore this issue.
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- Corrie Myburgh
- Department of Sports and Clinical Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, Campusvej 55, Odense M, 5230 Denmark
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- Department of Sports and Clinical Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, Campusvej 55, Odense M, 5230 Denmark ; Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON Canada
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- Department of Sports and Clinical Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, Campusvej 55, Odense M, 5230 Denmark
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Cutshall SM, Rodgers NJ, Dion LJ, Dreyer NE, Thomley BS, Do A, Wood C, Pronk SC, Bauer BA. A decade of offering a Healing Enhancement Program at an academic medical center. Complement Ther Clin Pract 2015; 21:211-6. [PMID: 26573445 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2015.07.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2015] [Revised: 07/14/2015] [Accepted: 07/28/2015] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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An increased focus has been given to improving the patient experience in health care. This focus has included placing value in a patient-centric, holistic approach to patient care. In the past decade, the Healing Enhancement Program was developed at 1 large medical center to address this focus through implementation of such integrative medicine services as massage, acupuncture, and music therapy to holistically address the pain, anxiety, and tension that hospitalized patients often experience. We describe the development and growth of this program over the past decade.
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- Susanne M Cutshall
- Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.
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