Use of Massage Therapy for Pain, 2018-2023
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DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.22259
Abstract: This systematic review maps the certainty and quality of evidence reported by systematic reviews in 2018 to 2023 of massage therapy for pain in adults. read more here.
Keywords: 2018 2023; massage therapy; therapy pain;
Effect of tactile/kinesthetic massage therapy on growth and body composition of preterm infants
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DOI: 10.1007/s00431-020-03738-w
Abstract: Massage therapy (MT) improves growth parameters in preterm infants. The growth of lean mass rather than fat mass has been associated with better long-term outcomes. We aimed to study the effect of tactile/kinesthetic MT on… read more here.
Keywords: growth; mass; massage therapy; body ... See more keywords
The "Tongmai Tiaoshen" abdominal massage therapy of traditional Chinese medicine improves sleep quality of chronic insomnia patients: A case report.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101292
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE "Tongmai Tiaoshen" practices are effective for treating psychophysiological disorders. Herein, we report the treatment of a post-menopausal female patient with chronic insomnia using "Tongmai Tiaoshen" abdominal massage therapy. MATERIALS AND METHODS A… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; tongmai tiaoshen; massage therapy; abdominal massage ... See more keywords
Associations between psychological symptoms and treatment outcomes of a massage therapy intervention: Secondary analyses of a randomized controlled trial.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2019.07.014
Abstract: Massage therapy (MT) may be more effective for certain subgroups of advanced cancer patients, but this is not well-studied. Psychological symptoms are one potential moderator of MT outcomes, as they occur frequently in MT patients.… read more here.
Keywords: therapy; treatment outcomes; psychological symptoms; symptoms treatment ... See more keywords
Massage therapy as a complementary treatment for Parkinson's disease: A Systematic Literature Review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102340
Abstract: OBJECTIVE There is no definite cure for Parkinson's disease (PD); therefore, the goals for symptomatic treatment are to improve quality of life and manage the motor and non-motor symptoms of the disease. Although massage is… read more here.
Keywords: massage; massage therapy; motor symptoms; review ... See more keywords
"I Didn't Know Massages Could Do That:" A qualitative analysis of the perception of hospitalized patients receiving massage therapy from specially trained massage therapists.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102509
Abstract: OBJECTIVE This study examined the perception and experience of hospitalized palliative care eligible patients receiving massage therapy from specially trained massaged therapist. DESIGN Twenty hospitalized palliative care eligible patients received three differing doses of massage… read more here.
Keywords: massage; massage therapy; perception; therapy specially ... See more keywords
Six versus twelve weeks of Swedish massage therapy for generalized anxiety disorder: Preliminary findings.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102593
Abstract: Acute treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder often requires 3 months or more of care in order to optimize response. As part of an exploratory grant we have previously demonstrated that six weeks of twice-weekly Swedish… read more here.
Keywords: massage therapy; anxiety; generalized anxiety; six weeks ... See more keywords
Small Animal Massage Therapy: A Brief Review and Relevant Observations.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.tcam.2017.10.001
Abstract: Massage therapy is becoming increasingly popular in human and animal physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Wider application of the technique led to research efforts aimed at providing scientific support to anecdotal beneficial effects, particularly pain relief. Recent… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; review; massage therapy; small animal ... See more keywords
Massage Therapy Utilization in the Military Health System.
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DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usae299
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Massage therapy is an evidence-based approach for pain management. Information regarding its utilization in the Military Health System (MHS) is lacking. The goal of this study is to evaluate massage therapy utilization patterns across… read more here.
Keywords: massage; therapy; massage therapy; therapy utilization ... See more keywords
Tuina (massage) therapy for diarrhea in COVID-19
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000021293
Abstract: Abstract Background: In the beginning of December 2019, the novel coronavirus pneumonia was first detected in Wuhan, China. Its widespread infectivity and strong pathogenicity has posed a great threat to public health, seriously affecting social… read more here.
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Efficacy of massage therapy for postprandial distress syndrome
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000023473
Abstract: Abstract Background: Postprandial distress syndrome (PDS), characterized by the presence of prevalently meal-related early satiation and fullness, is a highly prevalent condition with major socioeconomic and healthcare impact. To date, there is a lack of… read more here.
Keywords: distress syndrome; massage therapy; postprandial distress;