Complementary therapies in clinical practice
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Complement Ther Clin Pract · Feb 2020
A systematic review association of reflexology in managing symptoms and side effects of breast cancer treatment.
Reflexology is one of complementary approaches most used by patients with breast cancer. The purpose of this article was to evaluate the effects of reflexology on managing symptoms and side effects of breast cancer treatment. ⋯ enough high-level evidence has not been reported to confirm the effectiveness of reflexology on breast cancer symptom management.
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Complement Ther Clin Pract · Feb 2020
Meta AnalysisThe effects of preoperative guided imagery interventions on preoperative anxiety and postoperative pain: A meta-analysis.
Preoperative anxiety and postoperative pain are common problems in patients undergoing surgery. The aim of this study is to analyse the effect of using guided imagery prior to surgery in adults and children to reduce preoperative anxiety and acute postoperative pain, compared with conventional preoperative nursing care. ⋯ Guided imagery preoperatively is an effective, easy and low-cost intervention.