Relevant bibliographies by topics / Reflexology / Journal articles

Journal articles on the topic 'Reflexology'

To see the other types of publications on this topic, follow the link: Reflexology.
Author: Grafiati
Published: 4 June 2021
Last updated: 20 February 2023

Create a spot-on reference in APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and other styles

Select a source type:

Consult the top 50 journal articles for your research on the topic 'Reflexology.'

Next to every source in the list of references, there is an 'Add to bibliography' button. Press on it, and we will generate automatically the bibliographic reference to the chosen work in the citation style you need: APA, MLA, Harvard, Chicago, Vancouver, etc.

You can also download the full text of the academic publication as pdf and read online its abstract whenever available in the metadata.

Browse journal articles on a wide variety of disciplines and organise your bibliography correctly.

1

Mackay, Dierdre. "Reflexology." Physiotherapy 78, no. 7 (July 1992): 551. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0031-9406(10)61183-2.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
2

Griffiths, Pamela. "Reflexology." Complementary Therapies in Nursing and Midwifery 2, no. 1 (February 1996): 13–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s1353-6117(96)80005-9.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
3

Akin Korhan, Esra, Leyla Khorshid, and Mehmet Uyar. "Reflexology." Holistic Nursing Practice 28, no. 1 (2014): 6–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/hnp.0000000000000007.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
4

Jones, Christine. "Reflextherapy/Reflexology." Physiotherapy 77, no. 2 (February 1991): 101. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0031-9406(10)63595-x.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
5

Blunt, Elizabeth. "Foot Reflexology." Holistic Nursing Practice 20, no. 5 (September 2006): 257–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/00004650-200609000-00009.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
6

Berry, Gunnel. "Clinical Reflexology." Physiotherapy 88, no. 11 (November 2002): 708. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s0031-9406(05)60126-5.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
7

Chaitow, Leon. "Clinical Reflexology." Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies 7, no. 3 (July 2003): 202. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/s1360-8592(02)00080-3.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
8

Cai, Deng-Chuan, Ching-Yun Chen, and Ting-Yun Lo. "Foot Reflexology: Recent Research Trends and Prospects." Healthcare 11, no. 1 (December 20, 2022): 9. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/healthcare11010009.

Full text
Abstract:
Foot reflexology is a non-invasive complementary therapy that is increasingly being accepted by modern people in recent years. To understand the research trends and prospects of foot reflexology in the past 31 years, this study used the Web of Science core collection as the data source and two visualization tools, COOC and VOSviewer, to analyze the literature related to the field of foot reflexology from 1991 to 2021. This study found that the number of articles published in the field of foot reflexology has been increasing year by year, and the top three journals with the most articles are Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, Therapies in Medicine, and the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. The top three most prolific authors are Wyatt, Sikorskii, and Victorson, and the core institutions in the field of foot reflexology are Michigan State University, Northwestern University, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, and the University of Exeter. Foot reflexology has been shown to have a moderating effect on anxiety, fatigue, and cancer, and is a topic of ongoing and future research. This study uses this bibliometric analysis of foot reflexology literature to provide an overview of prior knowledge and a reference direction for modern preventive medicine.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
9

Barghamadi, Mohsen, Zohreh Behboodi, and Gurmeet Singh. "The effect of foot reflexology on back pain among cricketers." Journal of Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences 21, no. 4 (August 30, 2019): 187–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.34172/jsums.2019.33.

Full text
Abstract:
Background and aims: The purpose of this quasi-experimental pretest-posttest study was to determine the effectiveness of reflexology on self-reported back pain compared to placebo (massage) and control among cricketers. Methods: The volunteer participants consisted of 45 male cricket players who had been training at least for three years with a mean age of 18.481±2.32 years, mean body mass of 64.31±7.65, mean height of 174±5.39 cm, and a mean body mass index of 21.07± 1.97 kg/m². Cricketers were trained at Chandigarh and Mohali (India) cricket stadiums and participated in Interstate competition 2017. Cricketers were randomly assigned to reflexology, placebo, and control treatment groups. The reflexology group received topical pressure applied to their feet using a specific reflex area believed to have an effect on back pain. In addition, the placebo group received a foot massage avoiding reflexology area and control group received back pain information. Pre- and post-treatment interviews were conducted after one week (7 sessions). Each treatment was administered for 15 minutes as well. To determine the degree of the effect of reflexology on back pain, multiple regressions, and the factorial ANOVA and ANCOVA were used to analyze the hypotheses. Results: Both reflexology (P<0.001) and massage (P<0.001) treatments resulted in reducing the pain compared to providing back pain information, and there were significant differences between the reflexology and placebo groups (P<0.001). Finally, the results indicated that reflexology may have a positive effect on back pain. Conclusion: Overall, foot reflexology, as an avenue for human touch, can be performed anywhere, requires no special equipment, is noninvasive, and does not interfere with patients’ privacy. However, an adequately powered trial is required before any more definitive pronouncements are possible.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
10

Sehhatti, Fahimeh, Ciara Hughes, Mojgan Mirghafourvand, and Zahra Anjoman Azari. "The Effect of Short-term Foot Reflexology in Improving Constipation Symptoms During Pregnancy: A TwoArmed, Randomized Controlled Trial." International Journal of Women's Health and Reproduction Sciences 8, no. 3 (November 6, 2019): 303–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.15296/ijwhr.2020.49.

Full text
Abstract:
Objectives: Reflexology is a popular type of complementary medicine in medical practices, especially in midwifery fields. Materials and Methods: This randomized controlled trial aimed to determine the effect of foot reflexology on idiopathic constipation symptoms, as well as anxiety and fetal activity during pregnancy. This study was conducted on seventy-four nulliparous women with constipation, referring to private and public health care centers in Tabriz-Iran, between 2017 and 2018. The participants were then randomly assigned to foot reflexology or control groups. The intervention group underwent 12 minutes of weekly foot reflexology treatment for 6 weeks. Constipation symptoms were measured at baseline and 6 times (weekly) after the intervention by the Constipation Assessment Scale (CAS). In addition, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) questionnaire was used to measure the participant’s anxiety at baseline and 6 weeks after the completion of the study. Finally, fetal movements were measured at baseline and 6 times (weekly) after the intervention using a kick chart. Results: Based on the results, 97% of women reported improvement in their CAS measures at the end of six weeks following reflexology. The mean scores of STAI at the end of the intervention were 38.5 and 42.2 (State anxiety), as well as 39.1 and 40.2 (Trait anxiety) in the reflexology and control groups, respectively. Statistically significant differences in fetal movements between the two groups were only observed in the fourth (P=0.001) and fifth weeks (P=0.007) after intervention sessions. The results further indicated that about 67% of mothers were satisfied with reflexology intervention for improvement in their constipation symptoms. Eventually, no harmful side events were reported among women. Conclusions: Short-term foot reflexology in this context may have potential healing benefits in improving constipation and anxiety symptoms during pregnancy. However, further investigation for antenatal reflexology is necessary.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
11

Ashar Prima, Heny Pangastut, Sri Setiyarini, and Christantie Effendy. "The Effectiveness of Foot Reflexology Massage in Reducing Cortisol Saliva Levels as a Biomarker of Stress for Patients with Cancer." International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences 11, no. 4 (December 25, 2020): 7577–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.26452/ijrps.v11i4.3965.

Full text
Abstract:
Patients with cancer will experience limitations in meeting their daily needs, including psychological problems such as stress. Stress can be assessed through cortisol saliva as a biomarker of stress. Foot Reflexology will help restore the body's energy balance, stimulate relaxation and endorphins, and reduce stress. To determine the effect of foot reflexology to reduce salivary cortisol levels as a biomarker of anxiety for patients with cancer. Adult patients with cancer in stage II and III hospitalized in a Public hospital in Central Java, Indonesia, were invited. Foot reflexology was given once (40 minutes) a day. Saliva collection was carried out two times a day (30 minutes before intervention) and 15 minutes after intervention. Salivary cortisol levels at baseline and post-intervention were measured and compared to determine the effect of foot reflexology. Data were analyzed using the Wilcox on signed-rank and effect size (ES) test. Fifty-five patients (93.2%) participated in this study. We found that the effect size of foot reflexology was 0.82 (ρ = 0.001) with a mean and standard deviation of salivary cortisol levels at baseline and post-intervention were (9.31 ± 5.45 and 6.17 ± 4.55) respectively. These findings indicated the significant effect of giving Foot Reflexology Massage in reducing salivary cortisol levels. Foot Reflexology massage is proven to have a substantial impact on reducing the Salivary cortisol level as a stress biomarker.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
12

Ashar Prima, Heny Pangastut, Sri Setiyarini, and Christantie Effendy. "The Effectiveness of Foot Reflexology Massage in Reducing Cortisol Saliva Levels as a Biomarker of Stress for Patients with Cancer." International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences 11, no. 4 (December 25, 2020): 7577–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.26452/ijrps.v11i4.3965.

Full text
Abstract:
Patients with cancer will experience limitations in meeting their daily needs, including psychological problems such as stress. Stress can be assessed through cortisol saliva as a biomarker of stress. Foot Reflexology will help restore the body's energy balance, stimulate relaxation and endorphins, and reduce stress. To determine the effect of foot reflexology to reduce salivary cortisol levels as a biomarker of anxiety for patients with cancer. Adult patients with cancer in stage II and III hospitalized in a Public hospital in Central Java, Indonesia, were invited. Foot reflexology was given once (40 minutes) a day. Saliva collection was carried out two times a day (30 minutes before intervention) and 15 minutes after intervention. Salivary cortisol levels at baseline and post-intervention were measured and compared to determine the effect of foot reflexology. Data were analyzed using the Wilcox on signed-rank and effect size (ES) test. Fifty-five patients (93.2%) participated in this study. We found that the effect size of foot reflexology was 0.82 (ρ = 0.001) with a mean and standard deviation of salivary cortisol levels at baseline and post-intervention were (9.31 ± 5.45 and 6.17 ± 4.55) respectively. These findings indicated the significant effect of giving Foot Reflexology Massage in reducing salivary cortisol levels. Foot Reflexology massage is proven to have a substantial impact on reducing the Salivary cortisol level as a stress biomarker.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
13

Arni, Wahyuni, Selviana Tawil, Kadek Ayu Erika, and Mulhaeriah Mulhaeriah. "Efektivitas Pijat Refleksi dalam Mengurangi Fatigue Pasien Kanker: A Systematic Review." Dunia keperawatan: Jurnal Keperawatan dan Kesehatan 10, no. 1 (March 29, 2022): 131–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.20527/jdk.v10i1.23.

Full text
Abstract:
Fatigue is a common symptom associated with cancer and its treatment. It is also that can affect daily activities and quality of life of the sufferer. Reflexology is a complementary therapy that is increasingly being used as adjunct therapy alongside conventional and pharmacological treatments in cancer patients.Objective: to evaluate the effect of reflexology on fatigue in cancer patients. Methods: A systematic review was performed using an electronic database and a manual search of all studies reporting the effects of reflexology on the fatigue of cancer patients. A total of 10 studies were eligible for review, including 7 randomized control trial (RCT) designs and 3 experimental study designs. Results: A total of 1093 participants from 10 studies were analyzed in this systematic review. The included studies consisted of seven RCT trials and three quasi-experiments. We found a positive effect of reflexology in reducing fatigue in cancer patients. Conclusion: This review provides strong evidence regarding the ability of reflexology therapy to relieve fatigue in cancer patients. The results of this review provide nurses with an even better understanding of the effects of reflexology and have a better decision-making process for this intervention
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
14

Suryaningsih, Sri, Rian Tasalim, and Subhannur Rahman. "Effect of Foot Reflection Massage on Blood Pressure Reduction in Hypertension Patients." Journal of Advances in Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences (JAMAPS) 1, no. 2 (November 27, 2022): 44–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.36079/lamintang.jamaps-0102.442.

Full text
Abstract:
Hypertension is a chronic condition caused by an increase in blood pressure above normal limits. Many non-pharmacological treatments have been found to lower blood pressure, such as foot reflexology, which has a relaxing effect to improve blood circulation. Objective: To analyze the effect of foot reflexology on reducing blood pressure in hypertensive patients. Methods: foot reflexology is given which has 3 stages of administration where each treatment is given for 15-20 minutes. This research is a pre-experimental research with an approach using the One Group Pretest Posttest Design. The population in this study were hypertension sufferers in the village of Paku Alam RT 02. In taking the sample the researchers used the purposive sampling technique with a total of 15 respondents and performed foot reflexology massage. The analysis used Paired t-test. Results: the results showed that blood pressure decreased after giving foot reflexology. After processing, based on the paired t-test, p value <0.005 (0.00<0.05) was obtained, so H0 was rejected and Ha was accepted. Conclusion: The Effect of Foot Reflexology Massage on Blood Pressure Reduction in Hypertension Patients in Paku Alam Village.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
15

Rooney, Diane. "Reflexology/Therapeutic Massage." Integrative Cancer Therapies 5, no. 1 (March 2006): 53–55. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/153473540600500111.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
16

White, AR. "Hands on Reflexology." Focus on Alternative and Complementary Therapies 8, no. 2 (June 14, 2010): 277–78. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.2042-7166.2003.tb03773.x.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
17

White, Adrian. "Reflexology: uncharted waters." Complementary Therapies in Medicine 8, no. 3 (September 2000): 149. http://dx.doi.org/10.1054/ctim.2000.0383.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
18

Unlu, Ahmet, Onder Kirca, and Mustafa Ozdogan. "Reflexology and cancer." Journal of Oncological Sciences 4, no. 2 (August 2018): 96–101. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jons.2018.01.001.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
19

Mohan, RN, RM, Manju, and Linda Varghese, RN, RM. "Effect of Foot Reflexology on Reduction of Labour Pain Among Primigravida Mothers." International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork: Research, Education, & Practice 14, no. 1 (December 8, 2020): 21–29. http://dx.doi.org/10.3822/ijtmb.v14i1.386.

Full text
Abstract:
Background: Reflexology may help induce labour and reduce pain during childbirth. Fear of pain associated with childbirth leads to increase in the irregular use of cesarean method. Purpose: This study was performed to evaluate the effect of reflexology on relieving labour pain and assess the recipient’s opinion regarding foot reflexology. Setting: The study taken place in the labour room, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kerala, South India. Participants: 50 primigravida patients experiencing labour. Research Design: A quasi-experimental study design was used. Subjects were selected by convenience sampling technique with the first 25 patients allocated to the experimental group and the successive 25 primigravida mothers to a time-control group, to avoid data contamination. Intervention: Intervention consisted of foot reflexology applied by a trained therapist to five pressure points of both feet that correspond to the uterus. Total intervention time lasted 20 minutes. Control group rested quietly for 20 minutes to serve as a time control. Main Outcome Measure(s): Pain associated with labour was recorded on a visual analogue scale immediately prior to intervention, and at 20- and 40-minutes postintervention. Patient satisfaction with reflexology treatment was recorded. Results: Mean baseline pain score in foot reflexology group was significantly reduced across the study timeframe relative to control group (p < .001). Post hoc tests confirmed a reduction in labour pain at both the 20-min (p < .001, 95%CI 0.764–1.796) and 40-min (p < .001, 95%CI 0.643–1.677) time points. Eighty-one per cent of patients would recommend reflexology during labour. Conclusion: The findings showed that foot reflexology was effective in relief of labour pain, with a high degree of patient satisfaction in primigravida mothers.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
20

Fajar Pamungkas, Latif, Fauziah Hamid Wada, Puji Astuti, and Ashar Prima. "STUDI LITERATUR: PENGARUH TERAPI PIJAT REFLEKSI KAKI TERHADAP KELELAHAN PADA PASIEN HEMODIALISIS." Jurnal Ilmiah Keperawatan Imelda 7, no. 1 (March 30, 2021): 14–19. http://dx.doi.org/10.52943/jikeperawatan.v7i1.424.

Full text
Abstract:
Hemodialysis can cause various kinds of problems including fatigue, around 7-92% of hemodialysis patients experience fatigue. One of the therapies that can overcome this fatigue is reflexology foot massage therapy. This literature review aims to determine the effect of foot reflexology massage on hemodialysis patients with fatigue problems. The design in this scientific paper is a literature review search using electronic data base namely ProQuest and Pubmed. The keywords used in the search are hemodialysis, foot reflexology, fatigue. inclusion criteria used in the article are accessible full text available in english and indonesian years the articles used are limited to the last ten years, results are found each of 2 articles from google schoolar and pubmed, from the four articles discussing the effectiveness of foot reflexology massage on the decline fatigue in hemodialysis patients. The results of the study showed the benefits of foot reflexology in reducing fatigue in hemodialysis patients
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
21

Bahrami, MScN, Tahereh, Nahid Rejeh, PhD, MScN, BScN, Majideh Heravi-Karimooi, PhD, MScN, BScN, Seyed Davood Tadrisi, MScN, and Mojtaba Vaismoradi, PhD, MScN, BScN. "The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Hospital Anxiety and Depression in Female Older Adults: a Randomized Controlled Trial." International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork: Research, Education, & Practice 12, no. 3 (September 2, 2019): 16–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.3822/ijtmb.v12i3.429.

Full text
Abstract:
Background: Patients with cardiovascular diseases usually suffer from hospital anxiety and depression. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the effect of foot reflexology massage on anxiety and depression in female older adults suffering from acute coronary syndrome.Participants: Ninety older women with acute coronary syndrome were randomly assigned into intervention and control groups (n=45 in each group).Research Design: A randomized controlled trial.Intervention: The intervention and control groups received foot reflexology massage and routine care, respectively.Main Outcomes Measures: The levels of anxiety and depression were evaluated using the hospital’s anxiety and depression scale (HADS) before and immediately after foot reflexology massage.Results: Foot reflexology massage reduced both anxiety (F(1.44)=19.11, p = .001) and depression (F(1.44)=16.76, p = .001) in acute coronary patients relative to control patients. The intervention had a large effect on hospital anxiety and depression.Conclusions: Foot reflexology massage is an efficient and safe intervention for alleviating psychological responses among female older adults suffering from acute coronary syndrome during hospitalization.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
22

Dalal, Krishna, D. Elanchezhiyan, V. B. Maran, Raunak Kumar Das, Piyush Kumar, S. P. Singh, C. Murali Krishna, and Jyotirmoy Chatterjee. "Optical, Spectroscopic, and Doppler Evaluation of “Normal” and “Abnormal” Reflexology Areas in Lumbar Vertebral Pathology: A Case Study." Case Reports in Medicine 2012 (2012): 1–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/904729.

Full text
Abstract:
Scientific validation of reflexology requires an in-depth and noninvasive evaluation of “reflexology/reflex areas” in health and disease. The present paper reports the differential properties of “normal” and “abnormal” reflexology areas related to the lumbar vertebrae in a subject suffering from low back pain. The pathology is supported by radiological evidence. The reflexology target regions were clinically assessed with respect to colour and tenderness in response to finger pressure. Grey scale luminosity and pain intensity, as assessed by visual analogue scale scores, differentiated “normal” from “abnormal” skin. Skin swept source-optical coherence tomography recorded their structural differences. Infrared thermography revealed temperature variations. A laser Doppler study using a combined microcirculation and transcutaneous oxygen monitoring system indicated alterations in blood flow and oxygen perfusion. Raman spectroscopy showed differences in chemical signatures between these areas. The present findings may indicate a potential correlation between the reflexology areas and subsurface pathological changes, showing an association with the healthy or unhealthy status of the lumbar vertebrae.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
23

Kiani Dooghabadi, Fatemeh, Nahid Khoshraftar Yazdi, and Hossein Farzaneh. "The Effect of a Period of Kinesiotherapy and Reflexology on Pain Intensity and Range of Motion in Elderly Women With Knee Osteoarthritis." Journal of Sport Biomechanics 6, no. 2 (September 1, 2020): 98–109. http://dx.doi.org/10.32598/biomechanics.6.2.2.

Full text
Abstract:
Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the effect of a period of therapeutic exercise and reflexology on pain intensity and range of motion in elderly women with knee osteoarthritis. Methods: 45 elderly women with osteoarthritis of the knee were purposefully selected and randomly divided into three groups of 15: therapeutic exercise, reflexology and control. The therapeutic exercise and reflexology group practiced therapy and reflexology for 4 weeks and 5 sessions per week. The control group also performed their daily activities. To assess the intensity of pain and the range of motion of the subjectchr('39')s knee, the visual pain scale VAS and goniometer were used in pre-test and post-test, respectively. Data analysis was performed by one-way analysis of variance and Tukeychr('39')s Post Hoc test. Results: The results showed that both types of therapeutic exercise protocol and reflexology have positive and significant effects on reducing pain intensity and increasing range of motion of the knee joint of the subjects (P≤0.05), and the therapeutic exercise protocol compared to the protocol. Reflexology had more significant effects on the rate of increase in range of motion (P=0.001; P=0.001, respectively). Conclusion: Based on the results, the use of both protocols of therapeutic exercise and reflexology is recommended to reduce the severity of pain and increase the range of motion of elderly women with osteoarthritis of the knee. Simultaneous use of these two protocols for treatment and greater effectiveness in this group of patients is recommended
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
24

Hasni, Hasni, Melty Melty, Kadek Ayu Erika, and Mulhaeriah Mulhaeriah. "Penggunaan Pijat Refleksi untuk Mengurangi Nyeri pada Pasien Kanker Payudara." Jurnal Keperawatan Silampari 5, no. 2 (April 10, 2022): 841–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.31539/jks.v5i2.3262.

Full text
Abstract:
This study aims to review the effectiveness of reflexology on pain reduction in breast cancer patients. The research method used is writing a systematic review using search results of scientific publications published between 2016 and 2021 through international electronic databases such as PubMed, ProQuest, CINAHL, and Cochrane, which then follows PRISMA guidelines and research questions using PICO. The results showed that eight articles from the search contained six RCT articles and two cohort articles than in each piece provided the same intervention, namely reflexology intervention to reduce pain in breast cancer patients which later resulted in reduced pain felt by breast cancer patients. . In conclusion, all articles show the effectiveness of reflexology to reduce pain in breast cancer patients. Keywords: Breast Cancer, Pain, Reflexology
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
25

Hodgson, Nancy A., and Doreen Lafferty. "Reflexology versus Swedish Massage to Reduce Physiologic Stress and Pain and Improve Mood in Nursing Home Residents with Cancer: A Pilot Trial." Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2012 (2012): 1–5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/456897.

Full text
Abstract:
Objective. The purpose of this pilot study was to investigate and compare the effects of reflexology and Swedish massage therapy on physiologic stress, pain, and mood in older cancer survivors residing in nursing homes.Methods. An experimental, repeated-measures, crossover design study of 18 nursing home residents aged 75 or over and diagnosed with solid tumor in the past 5 years and following completion of cancer treatments. The intervention tested was 20 minutes of Swedish Massage Therapy to the lower extremities, versus 20 minute Reflexology, using highly specified protocols. Pre- and post-intervention levels of salivary cortisol, observed affect, and pain were compared in the Swedish Massage Therapy and Reflexology conditions.Results. Both Reflexology and Swedish Massage resulted in significant declines in salivary cortisol and pain and improvements in mood.Conclusions. Preliminary data suggest that studies of Swedish Massage Therapy and Reflexology are feasible in this population of cancer survivors typically excluded from trials. Both interventions were well tolerated and produced measurable improvements in outcomes. Further research is needed to explore the mechanisms underlying the potential benefits of these CAM modalities in this patient population.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
26

Alsharaway, Laila A., Tamer I. Abo Elyazed, and Nesma A. Helmy. "Effect of new reflexology maneuver on lung function and functional ability of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients in pulmonary rehabilitation program: A randomized control trial." Fizjoterapia Polska 21, no. 5 (December 30, 2021): 160–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.56984/8zg209f33.

Full text
Abstract:
Introduction. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex disease that requires multidisciplinary interventions provided by a team work of care providers working closely. Pulmonary rehabilitation should be considered a part of integrated patient management. Aim. The main goal of this study was to search for the effectiveness of introducing new reflexology maneuver as main component in pulmonary rehabilitation program (PRP). Material and Methods. Randomized control trial was done on 35 COPD patients of both genders their ages ranged from 50-70 with different degrees of functional severity. Patients were grouped into two groups; Reflexology Group (20 patients) including patients underwent classic PRP with addition of the new reflexology maneuver& control group(15 patients) who underwent classic PRP without reflexology maneuver.Outcomes were mentioned as refinement of pulmonary function,exercise tolerance and capacity measured by 6-min walk test,dyspnea score measured by the Modified British Medical Research Council (mMRC) Questionnaire, health status assigned by Combined Assessment test (CAT) score and parameters of blood gases. Results. Comparison between different variables in both groups before PRP and reflexology revealed statistically significant differences as regards the mean values of forced vital capacity (FVC) only, although the same comparison after full course of PRP and reflexology assigned statistically significant differences as regards the mean values of partial pressure of O2 (PO2), partial pressure of CO2 (PCO2), oxygen saturation (SaO2),forced expiratory volume in 1sec (FEV1), dyspnea &CAT score considering (p < 0.05). Conclusion. With addition of reflexology to PRP the comprehensive PR program outcomes in COPD patients resulted in significant improvement in dyspnea, blood gases, FEV1 and CAT score.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
27

Listiani, Devita, and Rita Dwi Hartanti. "Pengaruh Foot Reflexology Terhadap Penurunan Kelelahan Pada Pasien Gagal Ginjal Kronik yang Menjalani Terapi Hemodialisa : Literature Review." Prosiding Seminar Nasional Kesehatan 1 (December 14, 2021): 1383–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.48144/prosiding.v1i.840.

Full text
Abstract:
AbstractFatigue is an unpleasant and terrible experience in life. Fatigue often occurs in hemodialysis patients, the cause of fatigue in hemodialysis patients occurs due to several factors, namely physiological and psychological factors of the patient. Foot Reflexology is a non-pharmacological therapy. Foot Reflexology is a massage that is carried out in the foot by applying pressure and massaging movements of the feet that are connected to other organs through the nervous system, foot reflexology creates relaxation, increases blood flow to the feet, brain, kidneys, and intestines. Therefore it is useful for overcoming fatigue. The purpose of this literature review was to determine the effect of foot reflexology on reducing fatigue in chronic kidney failure patients undergoing hemodialysis therapy. The method used in this study was a literature review, by looking for articles related to the theme taken from Pubmed, Science Direct and Google Scholar. The articles were selected according to the research inclusion criteria, then analyzed using the Hawker Checklist critical review instrument. The results of the literature review of the five articles, showed that the average score of fatigue in the intervention group after receiving footreflexology was decreased. The results of the analysis of the five articles proved that there was a significant reduction in fatigue in the intervention group, as evidenced by the bivariate value (p – value) was less than 0.05. Foot Reflexology can reduce fatigue in hemodialysis patients and can be used as an alternative treatment method in nursing because it is safe and non-invasive.Key words : Fatigue, Foot Reflexology,Hemodialysis Patients AbstrakKelelahanmerupakan pengalaman tidak menyenangkan dan menyulitkan dalam kehidupan. Kelelahan sering terjadi pada pasien hemodialisa, penyebab kelelahan pada pasien hemodialisa terjadi karena beberapa faktor, yaitu faktor fisiologi maupun psikologis pasien. Foot Reflexology merupakan terapi non farmakologi. Foot Reflexology merupakan pemijatan yang dilakukan di area kaki, dengan penerapan tekanan dan gerakan memijat kaki yang terhubung dengan organ lain melalui sistem saraf, foot reflexology menciptakan relaksasi, meningkatkan aliran darah ke kaki, otak, ginjal, dan usus sehingga bermanfaat untuk mengatasi kelelahan. Tujuan dari literatur review ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh foot reflexology terhadap penurunan kelelahan pada pasien gagal ginjal kronik yang menjalani terapi hemodialisa. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah literatur review, dengan mencari artikel yang berkaitan dengan tema yang diambil dari beberapa search engine yaitu Pubmed, Science Direct dan Google Scholar. Artikel dipilih sesuai dengan kriteria inklusi penelitian, kemudian dianalisa menggunakan instrument telaah kritis Hawker Cheklist. Hasil literatur review dari kelima artikel, skor rata – rata kelelahan pada kelompok intervensi setelah mendapat footreflexology mengalami penurunan. Hasil dari analisa dari kelima artikel membuktikan bahwa terdapat penurunan kelelahan yang signifikan pada kelompok intervensi, dibuktikan dengan nilai bivariate ( p – value) p > 0,05. Foot Reflexology dapat menurunkan kelelahan pada pasien hemodialisa dan dapat dijadikan sebagai metode pengobatan alternatif dalam keperawatan karena aman dan non invasif.Kata Kunci : Kelelahan , Pasien Hemodialisa, Pijat Refleksi Kaki
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
28

Zeidabadinejad, Somayeh, Parvin Mangolian Shahrbabaki, and Mahlagha Dehghan. "Effect of Foot Reflexology on Sexual Function of Patients under Hemodialysis: A Randomized Parallel Controlled Clinical Trial." Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2021 (October 21, 2021): 1–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/8553549.

Full text
Abstract:
Introduction. Hemodialysis patients experience sexual dysfunction due to the nature of their disease and its complications. Dialysis patients have reported sexual dysfunction as one of the most important stressors, which leads to many psychological and physiological problems. Sexual function in hemodialysis patients has been improved with pharmaceutical and nonpharmacological therapies. Foot reflexology is a complementary and alternative treatment that can be used in conjunction with contemporary care. By activating the chemical nerve system, reflexology may balance enzymes and regulate endocrine function. Objectives. To determine the effect of foot reflexology on the sexual function of hemodialysis patients. Methods. This randomized controlled trial was conducted on 47 patients on chronic hemodialysis referred to Imam Reza Hospital in Sirjan, Iran, who were divided into two groups of reflexology (n = 24; male = 19 and female = 5) and sham (n = 23; male = 18, and female = 5). The intervention group received foot reflexology during dialysis for four weeks, three times a week, 30 minutes each time (15 minutes per foot). The sham group received nonspecific foot massage without applying pressure on standard reflex points with the same condition and duration as the intervention group. The international index of erectile function and female sexual function index was assessed before, immediately, and one month after the intervention. Results. The results showed that immediately after the intervention, male orgasm function, sexual desire, and intercourse satisfaction in the reflexology group was significantly higher than those of the sham group. There was no significant difference between the two groups regarding erectile function and overall satisfaction. Furthermore, there was no significant difference between the two groups in terms of different aspects of female sexual function. Conclusions. Foot reflexology, as an effective intervention treatment, can reduce some aspects of sexual dysfunction of male patients under hemodialysis.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
29

del Mar Trujillo-Martín, Mª, Tasmania Del Pino.Sedeño, Beatriz Leon-salas, Javier García García, Néstor Benitez Brito, Asunción Gaitán Gonzalez, Leticia Rodríguez Rodríguez, Inmaculada Guerrero Fernández de Alba, and Pedro Serrano Aguilar. "PP222 Efficacy And Safety Of Foot Reflexology." International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care 37, S1 (December 2021): 28. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0266462321001367.

Full text
Abstract:
IntroductionFoot reflexology is a type of complementary manual therapy that consists of applying pressure or massage to the sole of the foot to produce various therapeutic effects in other body areas or organs. This technique has been used in many different clinical indications, but there is uncertainty about its real effect. A health technology assessment (HTA) was conducted to analyze the efficacy and safety of foot reflexology within the framework of the “Health Protection Plan Against Pseudo-Therapies,” which was established in 2018 by the Spanish Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Science and Innovation.MethodsA systematic review and metanalysis was conducted to synthesize the available scientific literature on the efficacy and safety of foot reflexology in people of any age with any disease or medical condition.ResultsSixty-eight randomized controlled studies were included. Pooled estimates indicated that foot reflexology had no effect on pain, fatigue, depression, quality of life, quality of sleep, or blood pressure, compared with non-reflexological foot massage. Improvements in pain (standardized mean difference [SMD] −1.11, 95% CI: −1.70 - −0.52), fatigue (SMD −0.93, 95% CI: −1.36 - −0.51), sleep quality (SMD −1.11, 95% CI: −1.68 - −0.34), and systolic (mean difference [MD] −7.36, 95% CI: −8.49 - −6.23) and diastolic (MD −5.07, 95% CI: −0.98 - −0.22) blood pressure were obtained when reflexology was compared with usual care or no intervention. In the case of anxiety levels, the benefit obtained with foot reflexology compared with any comparator (SMD −0.6, 95% CI: −0.98 - −0.22) was attenuated when compared with non-reflexological foot massage (SMD −0.2, 95% CI: −0.36 - −0.03). Very few studies reported on the safety of foot reflexology.ConclusionsThere was no evidence for any specific effect of reflexology for any condition when compared with non-reflexological foot massage, except for a positive effect on anxiety levels.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
30

Dashti, Seemin, Mehraban Shahmari, Ahmad Mirzaaghazadeh, and Mohammad Mirzaaghazadeh. "Effect of Foot Reflexology and Olive Oil Foot Massageon Asthma Control." Global Journal of Health Science 8, no. 12 (April 29, 2016): 53. http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/gjhs.v8n12p53.

Full text
Abstract:
<p><strong>BACKGROUND:</strong> There are some non-invasive and affordable treatments for asthma with fewer side effects, such as reflexology and olive oil foot massage in complementary and alternative medicine. There is a lack of studies regarding the efficacy of olive oil foot massage and reflexology for asthma control. This study was done to investigate the effect of foot reflexology and olive oil foot massage on asthma control.</p><p><strong>METHODS:</strong> This randomized controlled clinical trial study was performed in 2013 on 45 adult patients suffered from asthma. Participants were divided into three groups (15 in each group): foot reflexology (R), olive oil foot massage (O) and control(C). The reflexology and olive oil foot massage were done by a massage therapist for ten sessions, three times a week for 15 minutes. Asthma control questionnaire (ACQ) was used to determine the adequacy of asthma control. Data were analyzed by SPSS 18. P-value&lt;0.05 was considered statistically significant.</p><p><strong>RESULTS: </strong>Significant difference was seen in Asthma Control mean scores for both of reflexology and foot massage groups at the baseline and after the intervention (p&lt;0.01). There was no significant difference between R and O groups in their asthma control mean scores at the end of the intervention.</p><p><strong>CONCLUSION</strong><strong>: </strong>The results showed that foot reflexology and olive oil foot massage could improve the asthma control. Further study is needed on the interaction of these two interventions, to compare them with the use of specific drug treatments, and to investigate the effect of olive oil absorption on asthma.</p>
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
31

Gligor, Şerban, and Silviu Istrate. "Aspects Regarding the Beneficial Effect of Reflexology in Low Back Pain." Timisoara Physical Education and Rehabilitation Journal 5, no. 10 (June 1, 2013): 43–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/tperj-2013-0006.

Full text
Abstract:
Abstract Reflexology is based on the digital pressure on certain reflex points situated on the sole of the foot, which represents a “map” of the entire body. The aim of this paper is to highlight the importance of reflexology in low back pain treatment. To accomplish the objectives of this paper, a lot of 12 patients, of both genders, with low back pain, was formed. Out of these patients, 66.67% were male and 33.33% were female, the majority coming from an urban area (75%). The average age ± the standard deviation of the patients was 43.58±13.02 years. The group of patients was subdivided into an experimental group, composed of 7 patients (58.33%), who, besides the classic drug treatment, also underwent reflexology, and a control group, composed of 5 patients (41.67%), who underwent only drug treatment. The treatment linked to reflexology was conducted by a single practitioner of reflexology, using the Morrell technique. Both in the case of the experimental group and in the control one there was a statistically significant reduction in finger to ground index (p < 0.01, respectively p< 0.05). Also, there was a highly statistically significant reduction of pain (p<0.01). Due to the small number of patients involved in the study, the data obtained cannot be generalised, as further studies are required to highlight the beneficial effect of reflexology in the case of low back pain.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
32

Wang, Wei-Li, Hao-Yuan Hung, Ying-Ren Chen, Kuang-Huei Chen, Szu-Nian Yang, Chi-Ming Chu, and Yuan-Yu Chan. "Effect of Foot Reflexology Intervention on Depression, Anxiety, and Sleep Quality in Adults: A Meta-Analysis and Metaregression of Randomized Controlled Trials." Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2020 (September 15, 2020): 1–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/2654353.

Full text
Abstract:
Objectives. The aim of this study was to conduct a systematic review, meta-analysis, and metaregression to determine the current best available evidence of the efficacy and safety of foot reflexology for adult depression, anxiety, and sleep quality. Methods. Electronic databases (PubMed, ClinicalKey, ScienceDirect, EMBASE, PsycINFO, and the Cochrane Library) were searched till August, 10, 2020, and the validity of the eligible studies was critically appraised. Randomized controlled trials comparing foot reflexology groups with control groups for adult depression, anxiety, and sleep quality were included. Twenty-six eligible studies were included to assess the effect of foot reflexology intervention on the reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety and improving quality of sleep, respectively, as the primary outcome. Results. Twenty-six randomized controlled trials involving 2,366 participants met the inclusion criteria. The meta-analyses showed that foot reflexology intervention significantly improved adult depression (Hedges’ g = −0.921; 95% CI: −1.246 to −0.595; P < 0.001), anxiety (Hedges’ g = −1.237; 95% CI −1.682 to −0.791; P < 0.001), and sleep quality (Hedges’ g = −1.665; 95% CI −2.361 to −0.970; P < 0.001). Metaregression reveals that an increase in total foot reflexology time (P = 0.002) and duration (P = 0.01) can significantly improve sleep quality. Conclusions. Foot reflexology may provide additional nonpharmacotherapy intervention for adults suffering from depression, anxiety, or sleep disturbance. However, high quality and rigorous design RCTs in specific population, along with an increase in participants, and a long-term follow-up are recommended in the future.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
33

Siev-Ner, I., D. Gamus, L. Lerner-Geva, and A. Achiron. "Refiexology treatment relieves symptoms of multiple sclerosis: a randomized controlled study." Multiple Sclerosis Journal 9, no. 4 (August 2003): 356–61. http://dx.doi.org/10.1191/1352458503ms925oa.

Full text
Abstract:
Objective: To evaluate the effect of reflexology on symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in a randomized, sham-controlled clinical trial. Methods: Seventy-one MS patients were randomized to either study or control group, to receive an 11-week treatment. Reflexology treatment included manual pressure on specific points in the feet and massage of the calf area. The control group received nonspecific massage of the calf area. The intensity of paresthesias, urinary symptoms, muscle strength and spasticity was assessed in a masked fashion at the beginning of the study, after 1.5 months of treatment, end of study and at three months of follow-up. Results: Fifty-three patients completed this study. Significant improvement in the differences in mean scores of paresthesias (P =0.01), urinary symptoms (P =0.03) and spasticity (P =0.03) was detected in the reflexology group. Improvement with borderline significance was observed in the differences in mean scores of muscle strength between the reflexology group and the controls (P =0.06). The improvement in the intensity of paresthesias remained significant at three months of follow-up (P =0.04). Conclusions: Specific reflexology treatment was of benefit in alleviating motor, sensory and urinary symptoms in MS patients
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
34

Bindu, E. "REFLEXOLOGY (A Non Pharmacological Treatment from Conception to Postnatal Period)." NARAYANA NURSING JOURNAL 8, no. 4 (2019): 45. http://dx.doi.org/10.5455/nnj.2019.8.4.45-46.

Full text
Abstract:
. Abstract: - Reflexology is also known as zone therapy, is an alternative medicine involving application of pressure to the feet and hands with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques without the use of oil or lotion. It is based on pseudoscientific system of zones and reflex areas that reflex an image of the body on the feet and hands, with the premise that such work effects a physical change to body. Reflexology work based on the blockage of an energy field, invisible life force, or can prevent healing. Another tenet of reflexology is the belief that practitioners can relieve stress and pain in other parts of the body through the manipulation of the feet. One claimed explanation is that the pressure received in the feet may send signals that 'balance' the nervous system or release chemicals such as endorphins that reduce stress and pain. Reflexology
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
35

Nur Afni, Tenriwati, and Haerati. "Effect of Reflexology Therapy On Decreased Intensity of Menstrual Pain." Jurnal Life Birth 5, no. 1 (April 28, 2021): 1–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.37362/jlb.v5i1.569.

Full text
Abstract:
Pharmacological treatment of menstrual pain relief and non-pharmacological treatment such as reflexology, reflexology massage can be done on the feet and hands so that these points provide a spontaneous relaxation stimulation when massaged so that pain is not felt. Purpose The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of giving reflexology therapy on reducing the intensity of menstrual pain in undergraduate nursing study program students at Panrita Husada College of Health Sciences, Bulukumba. Methods This study used a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest design approach. The sample of this study was 41 respondents who were taken using the non-probability sampling method with the consecutive sampling technique. The experimental group received reflexology therapy once with a duration of 20 minutes. Analysis of the data in this study using the Wilcoxon test statistic. The results of the analysis used the Wilcoxon test statistical test with a level of confidence (α = 0.05). Based on the results of this test, the value of ρ = 0,000 was obtained, thus ρ <α (0,000 <0.05), so there was an effect of giving reflexology therapy on reducing the intensity of menstrual pain in undergraduate nursing study program students at Stikes Panrita Husada Bulukumba. The conclusion of this study is a Researchers suggest that the results of this study can provide information for people in the surrounding environment, families, and young women about how to deal with menstrual pain without consuming pharmacological drugs but in a non-pharmacological way, namely by using reflexology techniques.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
36

Kannathal, N., Joseph K. Paul, C. M. Lim, K. P. Chua, and P. K. Sadasivan. "Effect of Reflexology on EEG – A Nonlinear Approach." American Journal of Chinese Medicine 32, no. 04 (January 2004): 641–50. http://dx.doi.org/10.1142/s0192415x04002272.

Full text
Abstract:
Reflexology is a 4000-year-old art of healing practiced in ancient India, China and Egypt. In the beginning of the 20th century, it spread to the Western world. Reflexologic clinics and massage centers can be found all around the world. In spite of the widespread popularity, to the best of our knowledge, no serious research work has been done in this area, although much scientific research work has been carried out in other Eastern techniques like meditation and yoga. This is why a humble attempt is done in this work to quantitatively assess the effect of reflexological stimulation from a systems point of view. In this work, nonlinear techniques have been used to assess the complexity of EEG with and without reflexological stimulation. We prefer the nonlinear approach, as we believe that the effects are taking place in a subtle way, since there is no direct correlation between reflexological points and modern neuroanatomy.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
37

Murat-Ringot, Audrey, Pierre Jean Souquet, Marion Chauvenet, Charlotte Rentler, Fabien Subtil, Anne-Marie Schott, Marie Preau, and Vincent Piriou. "The Effects of Foot Reflexology on Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Patients with Digestive System or Lung Cancer: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial." JMIR Research Protocols 9, no. 7 (July 14, 2020): e17232. http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/17232.

Full text
Abstract:
Background The side effects of chemotherapy, specifically chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, are a concern for patients. To relieve these side effects, antiemetic drugs are recommended. However, some patients report that these drugs are not sufficiently effective. Moreover, patients with chronic disease, including cancer, are increasingly interested in complementary and alternative medicines, and express the desire for nonpharmacological treatments to be used in hospitals. Foot reflexology is a holistic approach that is reported to significantly reduce the severity of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in patients with breast cancer. Some of the chemotherapy treatments for patients with lung and digestive system cancer are moderately or highly emetic. Objective The primary objective of this study is to assess the benefits of foot reflexology, together with conventional treatments, on the severity and frequency of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting in patients with lung or digestive system cancer. The secondary objectives to be assessed are quality of life, anxiety, and self-esteem. Methods This study is an open-label randomized controlled trial conducted over 22 months (18 months intervention and 4 months follow-up). Eligible participants are patients with a lung or digestive system cancer with an indication for platinum-based chemotherapy. Participants are randomized into two groups: conventional care with foot reflexology and conventional care without foot reflexology. Foot reflexology sessions (30 minutes) are performed on an outpatient or inpatient basis. It was estimated that 40 participants per group will be required. The benefits of foot reflexology will be assessed by comparing the relative change in the severity of nausea and vomiting, as assessed by a visual analogue scale, and the frequency of these side effects between the two groups. The secondary objectives will be assessed with the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire; Hospital and Anxiety Depression Scale; and Body Image Questionnaire. Results This study was approved by the regional ethics committee (Île de France X CPP) on April 3, 2018 (No. ID RCB 2018-A00571-54). Enrollment started in June 2018. Data analysis will be performed during the second quarter of 2020 and results will be published in the last quarter of 2020. Conclusions The lack of knowledge regarding the efficacy and safety of foot reflexology limits oncologists to recommend it for this use. This study will provide evidence of the benefits of foot reflexology. If efficacy is confirmed, foot reflexology may be a promising complement to conventional antiemetic drugs. Trial Registration Clinicaltrials.gov NCT03508180; https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03508180. International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) DERR1-10.2196/17232
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
38

Namdar Areshtanab, Hossein, Saeed Alinejad Machiani, Hossein Ebrahimi, Parvin Sarbakhsh, Sakineh Goljarian, and Seyyed Gholamreza Noorazar. "The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Amnesia in Patients Undergoing Electroconvulsive Therapy: A Randomized Clinical Trial." Journal of Caring Sciences 10, no. 1 (February 28, 2021): 15–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.34172/jcs.2021.004.

Full text
Abstract:
Abstract Introduction:Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is the oldest procedure among the early biological treatments introduced in psychiatry. However, the most debated and treatment-limiting adverse effect of ECT is amnesia. Therefore, due to the restriction of the use of drugs to manage amnesia in patients undergoing ECT, the present study investigated the effect of reflexology on amnesia. Methods:In this randomized controlled trial, 68 patients who met the inclusion criteria were randomly allocated to intervention and control groups. The intervention group received foot reflexology with olive oil 20 minutes a day for 3 days, while the control group was given a gentle foot rub with olive oil 20 minutes a day for 3 days. The amnesia rate of all patients was measured by the Galveston Orientation and Amnesia Test (GOAT) 30 minutes after the end of ECT. The data were analyzed using SPSS software version 11.5 and t-test, chi-squared test, and repeated measures ANOVA. Results:The results showed that reflexology significantly increased recalling scores in the intervention group compared to the control group. Foot reflexology seems to be effective in managing amnesia in patients after ECT. Conclusion:Foot reflexology, as a relatively simple, inexpensive, and non-invasive technique with few side effects, can be used to manage amnesia in patients after ECT.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
39

Dalal, Krishna, V. Bharathi Maran, Ravindra M. Pandey, and Manjari Tripathi. "Determination of Efficacy of Reflexology in Managing Patients with Diabetic Neuropathy: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial." Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2014 (2014): 1–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/843036.

Full text
Abstract:
Background. The restricted usage of existing pharmacological methods which do not seem to provide the treatment of diabetic neuropathy may lead to exploring the efficacy of a complementary therapy. In this context, this paper was devoted to evaluate the efficacy of foot reflexology. This health science works on the hypothesis that the dysfunctional states of body parts could be identified by observing certain skin features and be rectified by stimulating certain specific areas mapped on feet.Method. Subjects (N=58) with diagnosed diabetic neuropathy were randomly distributed into reflexology and control groups in which both group patients were treated with ongoing pharmacological drugs. Reflexology group patients were additionally treated holistically with the hypothesis that this therapy would bring homeostasis among body organ functions. This was a caregiver-based study with a follow-up period of 6 months. The outcome measures were pain reduction, glycemic control, nerve conductivity, and thermal and vibration sensitivities. The skin features leading to the detection of the abnormal functional states of body parts were also recorded and analyzed.Results. Reflexology group showed more improvements in all outcome measures than those of control subjects with statistical significance.Conclusion. This study exhibited the efficient utility of reflexology therapy integrated with conventional medicines in managing diabetic neuropathy.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
40

Riduan, Lita, and Satria Jalu Saputra. "EFEKTIFITAS PIJAT REFLEKSI TERHADAP BUANG AIR BESAR (BAB) PADA PASIEN POST OPERASI SECTIO CAESAREA DENGAN ANESTESI SPINAL DI RUANG CAMAR I RUMAH SAKIT UMUM DAERAH ARIFIN ACHMAD PROVINSI RIAU." Jurnal Keperawatan Abdurrab 2, no. 2 (January 6, 2019): 1–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.36341/jka.v2i2.447.

Full text
Abstract:
ABSTRACT The difficultness of defecation is most problems happend to post surgical operation of sectio caesarea patients. It is because of anesthesia premedication. One of the solutions is reflexology massage therapy. The aim of this research was to knowed the effectiveness of reflexology massage therapy post surgical operation to defecation of sectio caesarea patients with spinal anestetion at camar I Arifin achmad public hospital pekanbaru. Pra eksperimental is used in this research. Consecutive sampling method is used in this research with the amount of sample was 30 respondens post surgical operation of sectio caesarea patient with spinal anestetion at Camar I. Univariate analisys is used whith distribution frequency, bivariate analisys is used independent sample t test. The result of research show p value 0,027. Reflexology massage therapy had effectiveness to fastness defecation to post surgical sectio caesarea patients. From this research reflexology massage therapy can be an intervention to risk of constipation problem for post surgical sectio caesarea patients in Arifin Achmad Public Hospital Pekanbaru.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
41

Aydın, Yasemin. "The effectiveness of foot reflexology and behavior treatment in patient with overactive bladder syndrome: A case report." Journal of Human Sciences 13, no. 3 (November 5, 2016): 4446. http://dx.doi.org/10.14687/jhs.v13i3.4068.

Full text
Abstract:
This study was conducted in order to determine the foot reflexology and activity of behavior therapy in the patients who have overactive bladder syndrome.In the study, behavior therapy (Bladder Training + Diet Modifications) and foot reflexology were applied together. Foot reflexology treatment was performed for 12 sessions and each session took 45 to 60 minutes to complete. For data collection, a descriptive information form, The Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ-7), Urinary Diaries and The 24 Hour Pad Test were administered. Assessments were done in two steps (prior to treatment and 3 months after treatment).The primary outcome measure was the change in the diurnal micturition frequency. It was found that urgency and urgency incontinence episodes were significantly lower after treatment. According to study findings, foot reflexology, which was added to behavior therapy (Bladder Training + Diet Modifications), reduced most of urinary symptoms and affected quality of life positively in women with overactive bladder complaints.
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
42

Ernst, Edzard, and Kerstin Köder. "An overview of reflexology." European Journal of General Practice 3, no. 2 (January 1997): 52–57. http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/13814789709160323.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
43

Guangyu, Ruth. "Reflexology can help dysmenorrhoea." Nursing Standard 9, no. 2 (October 5, 1994): 39. http://dx.doi.org/10.7748/ns.9.2.39.s46.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
44

Vural Doğru, Birgül, Yasemin Yıldırım, and Fisun Şenuzun Aykar. "Cardiovascular; Diseases; Reflexology; Nursing." Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing 8, no. 17 (2017): 77–85. http://dx.doi.org/10.5543/khd.2017.04127.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
45

Williamson, Jan. "An introduction to reflexology." British Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation 4, no. 3 (March 1997): 141–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/bjtr.1997.4.3.14495.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
46

Samancioglu Baglama, Sevgin, and Ercan Bakir. "Caregiver-Delivered Foot Reflexology." Holistic Nursing Practice 33, no. 6 (2019): 338–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/hnp.0000000000000351.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
47

Mackereth, P., S. L. Dryden, and B. Frankel. "Reflexology: recent research approaches." Complementary Therapies in Nursing and Midwifery 6, no. 2 (May 2000): 66–71. http://dx.doi.org/10.1054/ctnm.2000.0458.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
48

Lett, Ann. "The future of reflexology." Complementary Therapies in Nursing and Midwifery 8, no. 2 (May 2002): 84–90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1054/ctnm.2001.0581.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
49

Williamson, Jan. "An introduction to reflexology." Practice Nursing 11, no. 3 (February 2000): 11–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/pnur.2000.11.3.4577.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
50

BRYGGE, T., J. H. HEINIG, P. COLLINS, S. RONBORG, P. M. GEHRCHEN, J. HILDEN, S. HEEGAARD, and L. K. POULSEN. "Reflexology and bronchial asthma." Respiratory Medicine 95, no. 3 (March 2001): 173–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1053/rmed.2000.0975.

Full text
APA, Harvard, Vancouver, ISO, and other styles
You might also be interested in the bibliographies on the topic 'Reflexology' for other source types:
Dissertations / Theses Books
We offer discounts on all premium plans for authors whose works are included in thematic literature selections. Contact us to get a unique promo code!

To the bibliography