Paper Details

  1. Home
  2. Paper Details

The effects of Reiki and hand massage on pain and fatigue in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

Author: SevgiÜnal AslanKevser, ÇetinkayaFunda

Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.

Overview

Reiki and hand massage significantly reduced pain and fatigue levels in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Paper Details　
Original Abstract of the Article :
OBJECTIVE: The present study was conducted in order to determine the effects of Reiki and hand massage on the pain and fatigue of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. METHODS: This study having a randomized controlled experimental design was carried out involving 105 individuals (35 in Reiki, 37 in ...See full text at original site
Dr.Camel IconDr.Camel's Paper Summary Blogラクダ博士について

ラクダ博士は、Health Journal が論文の内容を分かりやすく解説するために作成した架空のキャラクターです。
難解な医学論文を、専門知識のない方にも理解しやすいように、噛み砕いて説明することを目指しています。

* ラクダ博士による解説は、あくまで論文の要点をまとめたものであり、原論文の完全な代替となるものではありません。詳細な内容については、必ず原論文をご参照ください。
* ラクダ博士は架空のキャラクターであり、実際の医学研究者や医療従事者とは一切関係がありません。
* 解説の内容は Health Journal が独自に解釈・作成したものであり、原論文の著者または出版社の見解を反映するものではありません。


引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.explore.2022.06.006

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Reiki and Hand Massage for Rheumatoid Arthritis

This study delves into the world of [complementary and alternative medicine] by exploring the potential benefits of [Reiki and hand massage] for [patients with rheumatoid arthritis]. The researchers used a [randomized controlled experimental design] to compare the effects of [Reiki and hand massage] with a [control group]. They discovered that [both Reiki and hand massage interventions led to significant reductions in pain and fatigue levels] for [participants with rheumatoid arthritis].

Promising Complementary Therapies

The findings of this study suggest that [Reiki and hand massage] could be valuable [complementary therapies] for [managing pain and fatigue] in [patients with rheumatoid arthritis]. The statistically significant improvements observed in the treatment groups indicate that [these interventions] may offer a [non-pharmacological approach] to [alleviating symptoms] and enhancing [overall well-being] for those with [rheumatoid arthritis].

A Holistic Approach to Wellness

This research highlights the importance of [considering holistic approaches] to [managing chronic conditions] like [rheumatoid arthritis]. By exploring [complementary therapies] like [Reiki and hand massage], we can potentially [improve overall well-being] and [reduce reliance on pharmaceutical interventions]. This study encourages us to [seek out alternative pathways] that may provide [complementary support] and [enhance our overall health].

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

In the vast desert of [managing chronic pain], this research offers a refreshing oasis of [complementary therapies]. The findings suggest that [Reiki and hand massage] can offer a [non-pharmacological approach] to [alleviating pain and fatigue] in [patients with rheumatoid arthritis]. Just like a camel finding respite in a cool spring, this study encourages us to [explore diverse pathways] to [wellness] and [consider the benefits of holistic approaches] to [managing chronic conditions].

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2023-02-23
  2. Date Revised 2023-05-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

35752581

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.explore.2022.06.006

Related Literature

Article Analysis
・Effective treatment of reiki
SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

English

Positive IndicatorAn AI analysis index that serves as a benchmark for how positive the results of the study are. Note that it is a benchmark and requires careful interpretation and consideration of different perspectives.

This site uses cookies. Visit our privacy policy page or click the link in any footer for more information and to change your preferences.