Auricular acupressure and acupuncture as adjuncts for pain management during first trimester medication abortion: a randomized three-arm trial.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.contraception.2020.12.003
Abstract: OBJECTIVES To measure pain during first trimester medication abortion using auricular acupressure or auricular acupuncture as an adjunct to pain management. We measured anxiety as a secondary outcome. STUDY DESIGN This randomized, double-blinded, three-arm trial… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; auricular acupressure; medication abortion; acupuncture ... See more keywords
Comparing acupressure with aromatherapy using Citrus aurantium in terms of their effectiveness in sleep quality in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary interventions: A randomized clinical trial.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2019.101066
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Poor sleep quality is prevalent in candidates for percutaneous coronary interventions (PCIs). The present study was conducted to compare aromatherapy with acupressure in terms of their effectiveness in sleep quality in patients undergoing PCIs.… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; aromatherapy; group; patients undergoing ... See more keywords
Therapeutic effects of auricular point acupressure on the recovery of patients after pterygium surgery: A pilot study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2021.101339
Abstract: BACKGROUND and purpose: Postoperative pain in the pterygium of the eye seriously affects patient recovery. This study was conducted to assess the efficacy of auricular point acupressure treatment on post-operative recovery in patients after pterygium… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; recovery; group; pterygium ... See more keywords
The effect of acupressure therapy on mothers with postpartum blues.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enfcli.2019.07.173
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Postpartum blues is an event that occurs in the first week after delivery. Postpartum blues are temporary, but when they cannot be handled properly they will continue to become postpartum depression or anxiety disorders.… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; acupressure therapy; postpartum blues; mothers postpartum ... See more keywords
Effect of acupressure application to the P6 acupoint before laparoscopic cholecystectomy on postoperative nausea-vomiting: A randomized controlled clinical study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2018.07.011
Abstract: BACKGROUND Nausea and vomiting are common postoperative complications that occur within the first 24 h in adults. Clinical practice guidelines and a Cochrane review recommend stimulating the P6 acupoint to prevent or reduce postoperative nausea and… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; laparoscopic cholecystectomy; acupoint; nausea ... See more keywords
A case study utilizing myofascial release, acupressure and trigger point therapy to treat bilateral "Stringhalt" in a 12 year old Akhal-Teke horse.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2016.08.019
Abstract: "Stringhalt" is a horse condition that causes one or both hind legs to spasm when walking, trotting or backing. The condition is thought to be related to a neurological cause from either plant toxicity or… read more here.
Keywords: trigger point; acupressure; horse; release ... See more keywords
Acupressure in Management of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting in High‐Risk Ambulatory Surgical Patients
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jopan.2015.09.010
Abstract: Purpose: The purpose of this randomized blinded placebo‐controlled research study was to investigate the effect of acupressure over 24 hours postoperatively for ambulatory surgical patients who are identified as high risk for PONV. Design: A… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; risk; high risk; surgical patients ... See more keywords
Acupressure effect on sleep quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.smrv.2016.12.004
Abstract: Acupressure is a non-invasive treatment in which pressure is applied to specific body points. Following public health concerns about poor sleep quality and increasing interest in alternative treatments, a systematic review and a meta-analysis were… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; medicine; quality; sleep quality ... See more keywords
Effects of acupressure, gum chewing and coffee consumption on the gastrointestinal system after caesarean section under spinal anaesthesia
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DOI: 10.1080/01443615.2020.1787363
Abstract: Abstract This study evaluated the efficacy and safety of postoperative acupressure in the recovery of the gastrointestinal system (GIS) after caesarean section. A total of 160 primipara pregnant women delivered by caesarean section under spinal… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; group; gastrointestinal system; section ... See more keywords
The effect of acupressure on lactation in non-breastfeeding mothers after preterm cesarean delivery
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DOI: 10.1080/07399332.2022.2132253
Abstract: Abstract This randomized controlled experimental study was conducted to determine the effect of acupressure on lactation in non-breastfeeding mothers. The sample of the study was comprised of 64 mothers, who were randomly selected among the… read more here.
Keywords: effect acupressure; lactation non; group; acupressure lactation ... See more keywords
Feasibility of auricular acupressure as an adjunct treatment for neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS)
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DOI: 10.1080/08897077.2020.1784360
Abstract: Abstract Background The opioid epidemic in the United States continues to threaten public health. As a result of this crisis, neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS) has risen exponentially and requires a multitude of non-pharmacologic treatments… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure; opioid withdrawal; withdrawal syndrome; treatment ... See more keywords