Effect of foot reflexology on chest pain and anxiety in patients with acute myocardial infarction: A double blind randomized clinical trial.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101296
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE The aim of this study was to determine the effect of foot reflexology on chest pain and anxiety in patients with AMI. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study was a double blind randomized… read more here.
Keywords: reflexology; foot reflexology; chest pain; pain anxiety ... See more keywords
The Effect of Educational Program for New Mothers about Infant Abdominal Massage and Foot Reflexology for Decreasing Colic at Najran City
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DOI: 10.1080/24694193.2020.1740827
Abstract: ABSTRACT As part of an emerging movement in complementary therapy, the practice of infant foot reflexology and abdominal massage is gaining widespread acceptance as a therapeutic approach to the relief of infantile colic. The objective… read more here.
Keywords: reflexology; foot reflexology; new mothers; abdominal massage ... See more keywords
Efficacy of foot reflexology in reducing migraine pain: a randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1097/ms9.0000000000003247
Abstract: Background: This study aimed to determine the effect of foot reflexology massage on the intensity, duration, and frequency of pain in patients with migraine headaches. Method: A randomized controlled clinical trial study of three groups… read more here.
Keywords: migraine headaches; foot reflexology; reflexology; randomized controlled ... See more keywords
A Randomized Controlled Trial: The Effect of Acupressure and Foot Reflexology on Pain During Heel-Lancing in Neonates.
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DOI: 10.1177/10547738211061815
Abstract: This randomized controlled study aimed to determine the effects of acupressure and foot reflexology on procedural pain during heel-lancing in newborns. This study was conducted with 105 neonates (35 foot reflexology group, 35 acupressure group,… read more here.
Keywords: acupressure foot; reflexology; pain; heel lancing ... See more keywords
The Effect of Foot Reflexology Massage on Fatigue and Sleep Quality in Hemodialysis Patients
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DOI: 10.1177/23779608251364099
Abstract: Background and Aim Hemodialysis patients experience fatigue due to factors such as toxic compounds in the bloodstream, fluid, and electrolyte disorders. Despite resting, they still feel tired and report poor sleep quality. This study aimed… read more here.
Keywords: hemodialysis patients; intervention; foot reflexology; sleep quality ... See more keywords
A randomized clinical trial on the effect of foot reflexology performed in the fourth stage of labor on uterine afterpain
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DOI: 10.1186/s12884-022-04376-w
Abstract: Background Uterine afterpains are among the most prevalent complaints after natural vaginal delivery. Non-pharmacological treatment modalities to relieve afterpains are an important care priority. This study was conducted to investigate the effect of foot reflexology… read more here.
Keywords: fourth stage; reflexology; afterpain; stage labor ... See more keywords
Foot reflexology in autoimmune diseases: Effectiveness and mechanisms
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DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i7.97403
Abstract: Foot reflexology (FR) is a Chinese-originated and non-invasive complementary therapy increasingly used by functional, alternative and para-medical professionals. Enhance attempts are made to study FR in non-functional organic conditions. The present invited Editorial discusses the… read more here.
Keywords: foot reflexology; effectiveness mechanisms; autoimmune diseases; reflexology autoimmune ... See more keywords
Foot Reflexology: Recent Research Trends and Prospects
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DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11010009
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… read more here.
Keywords: research trends; foot reflexology; medicine; reflexology ... See more keywords
Improving Sleep Quality in Older Adults: Foot Reflexology or Warm Footbath? A Single-Blind, 6-Week Intervention, Two Group, Randomized Comparative Study.
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DOI: 10.3928/00989134-20220209-03
Abstract: The current study aimed to compare the effects of foot reflexology and warm foot-bath on improving sleep quality in older adults. Participants were randomized to the foot reflexology group (n = 50) or warm footbath… read more here.
Keywords: foot reflexology; reflexology; warm footbath; sleep quality ... See more keywords
The Effect of Foot Reflexology on Fatigue, Sleep Quality, Physiological Indices, and Electrocardiogram Changes in Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction: A Randomized Clinical Trial
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DOI: 10.4103/ijnmr.ijnmr_310_23
Abstract: Background: Limited evidence is available regarding the effect of reflexology on Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI). The present study evaluated the effect of foot reflexology on fatigue, sleep quality, physiological indices, and electrocardiogram changes in AMI.… read more here.
Keywords: effect; physiological indices; foot reflexology; sleep quality ... See more keywords