Mindfulness and progressive muscle relaxation as standardized session‐introduction in individual therapy: A randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1002/jclp.22695
Abstract: Abstract Objective There is scarce research on the effects of mindfulness in individual therapy. As many practitioners integrate mindfulness exercises into individual therapy, empirical evidence is of high clinical relevance. Method We investigated the effects… read more here.
Keywords: mindfulness; randomized controlled; muscle relaxation; therapy ... See more keywords
The Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercises Applied to Caregivers of Palliative Care Patients on Stress Coping Styles and Anxiety Levels: A Randomised Controlled Trial
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DOI: 10.1002/nop2.70149
Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation exercises on the ability to cope with stress and anxiety level in caregivers of palliative care patients. read more here.
Keywords: relaxation exercises; caregivers palliative; effect progressive; muscle relaxation ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of progressive muscle relaxation technique on anxiety caused by Covid‐19 in pregnant women: A randomized clinical trial
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DOI: 10.1002/npr2.12241
Abstract: To determine the effectiveness of the progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) technique on anxiety caused by Covid‐19 in pregnant women under the auspices of comprehensive health service centers in the nineteenth district of Tehran University of… read more here.
Keywords: progressive muscle; effectiveness progressive; caused covid; anxiety caused ... See more keywords
Impact of Progressive Muscle Relaxation on Psychological Symptoms on an Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
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DOI: 10.1017/s1092852924001780
Abstract: Objectives To examine the effectiveness of short-term progressive muscle relaxation therapy in reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and aggression/agitation, in patients on an inpatient psychiatric unit. Additionally, to determine the impact of clinical and sociodemographic… read more here.
Keywords: anxiety; progressive muscle; muscle relaxation; inpatient psychiatric ... See more keywords
The experience of women in a phase II trial of hypnosis and progressive muscle relaxation for body image: informing future research questions.
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DOI: 10.1080/07347332.2023.2206406
Abstract: This study examines feedback from two interventions, hypnosis and progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), to improve body image in a randomized phase II trial. Eighty-seven women were randomized either to hypnosis or PMR. Sixty-three women (72%)… read more here.
Keywords: body; progressive muscle; hypnosis progressive; body image ... See more keywords
Validity of Fitbit activity monitoring for adults with progressive muscle diseases.
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DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2021.1995057
Abstract: PURPOSE Measuring physical activity informs activity recommendations in clinical practice and provides outcomes in clinical trials that are meaningful to patients. Activity assessment in muscle disease is challenging and there is insufficient evidence to support… read more here.
Keywords: muscle diseases; muscle; fitbit; progressive muscle ... See more keywords
Effects of progressive muscle relaxation training on negative emotions and sleep quality in COVID-19 patients
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000023185
Abstract: Abstract This study investigates the effect of progressive muscle relaxation training on negative mood and sleep quality in Coronavirus Pneumonia (COVID-19) patients. COVID-19 is an emerging infectious disease, and there is still uncertainty about when… read more here.
Keywords: progressive muscle; covid patients; relaxation training; muscle relaxation ... See more keywords
Can Immersive Virtual Reality Environments Improve Stress Reduction? Experimental Design With Progressive Muscle Relaxation Training
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2025.3579493
Abstract: Psychological relaxation techniques are now fundamental in stress-management and anxiety-disorder prevention training. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) stands out among various other training programmes. However, some limitations restrict its widespread usage, such as the requirements for… read more here.
Keywords: muscle relaxation; training; virtual reality; relaxation ... See more keywords
The effect of progressive muscle relaxation on sleep quality and fatigue in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: A randomized controlled trial.
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DOI: 10.1111/ijn.13015
Abstract: AIMS The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of progressive muscle relaxation on sleep quality and fatigue in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. METHODS This randomized controlled study was conducted with 72 patients… read more here.
Keywords: sleep quality; progressive muscle; quality; muscle relaxation ... See more keywords
Progressive muscle relaxation increases slow‐wave sleep during a daytime nap
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DOI: 10.1111/jsr.13574
Abstract: Sleep is critical for health, cognition, and restorative processes, and yet, many experience chronic sleep restriction. Sleep interventions have been designed to enhance overnight sleep quality and physiology. Components of these interventions, like relaxation‐based progressive… read more here.
Keywords: progressive muscle; slow wave; relaxation; wave sleep ... See more keywords
Effect of progressive muscle relaxation exercise on clinical stress and burnout in student nurse interns.
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DOI: 10.1111/ppc.12662
Abstract: PURPOSE To determine the effects of progressive muscle relaxation exercise (PMRE) on clinical stress and burnout in student nurse interns. DESIGN AND METHODS This is a randomized controlled trial. Interns were divided into control group… read more here.
Keywords: relaxation exercise; stress burnout; stress; muscle relaxation ... See more keywords