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https://read.qxmd.com/read/38490826/effect-of-reiki-application-on-menopausal-symptoms
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Fatma Hikmet Yeşil, Diğdem Lafcı Bakar
OBJECTIVE: The present study was conducted in order to determine the effects of Reiki on the menopausal symptoms of women. METHODS: This study having a randomized controlled experimental design was carried out involving 48 individuals (24 in Reiki, 24 in control). Study data were collected between November 2018 and February 2019 by using a personal information form, The Menopause Rating Scale. RESULTS: The mean menopausal symptoms score of women decreased after Reiki intervention and the difference was found to be statistically significant (p < 0...
March 6, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38490827/the-effect-of-lavender-and-bergamot-oil-applied-via-inhalation-on-the-anxiety-level-and-sleep-quality-of-surgical-intensive-care-unit-patients
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Çağla Toprak, Perihan Ergin Ozcan, İlker Demirbolat, Ahmet Kalaycioglu, Nuray Akyuz
OBJECTIVE: Due to numerous stressors in intensive care, common psychosocial problems arise in patients. Among these, decreased anxiety and sleep quality are observed. This study aims to determine the effect of lavender and bergamot oil applied by inhalation on anxiety and sleep quality in surgical intensive care unit patients. METHODS: Fifty-four patients hospitalized in the intensive care unit of a hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, were included in this study. They were randomly divided into three groups (Lavender, Bergamot, Control)...
February 29, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38423834/reproductive-effects-associated-with-phthalate-mixture-exposure
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Florence Opoku, Jodi A Flaws, Judith T Zelikoff
No abstract text is available yet for this article.
February 26, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38461124/synbiotics-prebiotics-and-probiotics-for-people-with-chronic-kidney-disease-summary-of-a-cochrane-review
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Gus Rasich, L Susan Wieland
No abstract text is available yet for this article.
February 25, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38453553/plastic-related-chemicals-disease-burden-and-costs-in-the-united-states
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Angie Lillehei
No abstract text is available yet for this article.
February 25, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38403549/youth-response-to-climate-change-learning-from-indigenous-land-based-camp-at-the-northern-saskatchewan-indigenous-communities-canada
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Prarthona Datta, Ranjan Datta, Kevin Lewis, Margot Hurlbert
This paper represents Youth's involvement in land-based learning in Indigenous culture camps (LLICP) in a powerful and innovative approach to addressing the pressing global issue of climate change. Following Indigenist and relational approaches, we (Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth and educators) explore the critical aspects of this initiative, highlighting its significance and potential impact. Indigenous communities have long held a deep connection with the land and possess traditional knowledge that is invaluable in combating climate change...
February 22, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38458955/effectiveness-and-safety-of-jiejing-runmu-decoction-in-treatment-of-dry-eye-disease
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Jiang Xiaodan, Li Yuanting, Xiaodan Li, Lv Huibin, Zhao Nana, Lv Shuxuan, Wang Yiren, Li Xuemin
OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effectiveness and safety of Jiejing Runmu decoction in relieving the clinical manifestations of dry eye disease (DED). DESIGN AND INTERVENTIONS: This single-arm prospective intervention study was conducted at the Peking University Third Hospital and People's Hospital of Yongqing. Of the 211 patients recruited, 200 completing the follow-up were included in the analysis. Patients received Jiejing Runmu decoction once a day for 4 weeks continuously, without any change in eye care habits...
February 15, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38365549/efficacy-evaluation-of-standardized-boswellia-serrata-extract-aflapin-%C3%A2-in-osteoarthritis-a-systematic-review-and-sub-group-meta-analysis-study
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Vishal Dubey, Dharmeshkumar Kheni, Varun Sureja
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a joint disease characterized by pain, inflammation, and physical disability. Boswellia serrata (BS) is widely studied for its effectiveness in OA condition. Our systematic review and meta-analysis study was aimed to evaluate BS extract efficacy in OA. A sub-group analysis was performed to compare the efficacy of a standardized BS extract (AflapinⓇ ) with other BS extracts. METHODS: Randomized controlled trials, identified from three online databases, evaluating the effect of BS extracts in OA were included...
February 10, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38331693/an-experiment-with-three-studies-of-physiological-connectedness-amongst-twins-and-its-possible-relationship-to-attachment
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Göran Brusewitz, Adrian Parker
Fourteen pairs of twins were selected on the basis of their high scores on The Exceptional Experiences Questionnaire (EEQ), which documents the frequency and intensity of telepathic and synchronistic experiences amongst twins. The twins alternated in the role of sender in which they were exposed to a surprise or shock stimulus and in the role of receiver in which their electrodermal activity (EDA) was monitored. Sender and receiver were placed in laboratory rooms at remote ends of a building separated by distance and barriers ensuring sensory isolation...
January 22, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38296722/effects-of-myofascial-release-technique-in-patients-with-unilateral-cervical-radiculopathy-a-single-blind-randomized-clinical-trial
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Fatih Bali, Gülay Aras Bayram
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of the myofascial release technique in individuals diagnosed with unilateral cervical radiculopathy. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Thirty-four cervical radiculopathy patients were randomly assigned to either the myofascial release group or the exercise group. Both groups received conventional treatment. Additionally, the exercise group performed stretching and strengthening exercises while the myofascial release group received the myofascial release technique...
January 17, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38281850/the-effects-of-dry-needling-and-face-yoga-on-pain-depression-function-and-sleep-quality-in-patients-with-temporomandibular-dysfunction
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Elif Esra Ozmen, Bayram Sonmez Unuvar
CONTEXT: Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) poses significant challenges due to its diverse symptoms and impact on patients' daily lives. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to explore the effectiveness of two innovative interventions, dry needling and face yoga, in managing TMD-related issues such as pain, depression, and sleep quality. DESIGN AND STUDY PARTICIPANTS: Ninety patients with TMD symptoms were enrolled in a prospective randomized controlled trial...
January 17, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38245470/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-for-adherence-of-immunosuppressive-treatment-in-liver-transplant-recipients-a-randomized-controlled-trial
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Semra Bulbuloglu, Hüseyin Gunes
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to analyze the effects of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on the adherence of liver transplant recipients to immunosuppressive therapy with a randomized controlled design. METHOD: This randomized controlled trial was performed with 120 liver transplant recipients hospitalized at the liver transplant department of a research and practice hospital (n = 120). While we administered no intervention to the patients in the control group (n = 60), we provided Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy to those in the experimental group (n = 60)...
January 17, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38281848/effect-assessment-of-traditional-chinese-medicine-guilu-erxian-jiao-in-patients-with-osteoporosis-a-case-control-study-of-the-chang-gung-memorial-hospital
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Yuan-Xin Lai, Chu-Yao Tseng, Huang-Yu Yang, Sien-Hung Yang, Pai-Wei Lee, Tsung-Hsien Yang
BACKGROUND: Osteoporosis is a chronic skeletal disease characterized by low bone mass and increased risk of fracture. In Taiwan, Guilu Erxian Jiao (GEJ) is the commonly used formula of Chinese herbal medicines for patients with osteoporosis. However, the effect of GEJ on subsequent fractures in the long term is unclear. This is the first long-term case-control study of the effects of GEJ on the rates of fracture in patients with osteoporosis. METHODS: We collected data from January 1, 2000 to December 31, 2019 from the Chang Gung Research Database...
January 14, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38290897/alternative-therapy-for-acute-appendicitis-with-appendicolith-using-traditional-chinese-medicine-a-case-report
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Shih-Han Wang, Shi-Chen Ou, Ting-Yen Lin, Tung-Ti Chang
INTRODUCTION: Treating older patients with acute appendicitis with multiple underlying diseases is a challenging situation in the clinical setting. Throughout the history of East Asian medicine, many texts have noted the use of herbal decoctions to successfully treat symptoms associated with appendicitis, thereby providing an alternative management strategy for treating frail patients with acute appendicitis. CASE PRESENTATION: This report presents the case of a 93-year-old male diagnosed with acute appendicitis with appendicolith who was unsuitable for surgical intervention due to poor lung condition and prolonged prothrombin time caused by Apixaban...
January 13, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38220582/exploring-client-s-experiences-of-a-new-energy-healing-modality-magdalena-energy-session-s
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Angela U Ekwonye, Alvina Brueggemann
CONTEXT: Anecdotal experience of Magdalena energy session(s) offers some indication of its health benefits, yet the literature on this new energy healing modality is scarce. OBJECTIVE: To explore the personal experience of recipients of the Magdalena energy session(s). METHOD: In-depth interviews were conducted with 25 generally healthy volunteer adults from around the world who had received at least one Magdalena energy healing session with a certified Magdalena practitioner...
January 10, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38242798/comparing-the-effects-of-rosemary-aromatherapy-and-music-therapy-on-anxiety-levels-in-patients-undergoing-general-surgery-a-randomized-controlled-clinical-trial
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Mandana Sayadi Mank-Halati, Mansour Rezaei, Mohammad Hussein Farzaei, Alireza Khatony
BACKGROUND: Preoperative anxiety is a prevalent concern among patients undergoing surgery, potentially elevating the risk of postoperative complications. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of inhalation aromatherapy using rosemary essential oil and music therapy in reducing anxiety levels among general surgery patients. METHODS: This study employed a randomized controlled clinical trial design involving 236 patients scheduled for general surgery. The participants were randomly assigned to one of four groups: aromatherapy with Rosmarinus officinalis L...
January 9, 2024: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38176976/the-effect-of-fu-s-subcutaneous-needling-in-treating-knee-osteoarthritis-patients-a-randomized-controlled-trial
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Jianjiao Mou, Qiong Wang, Juan Wu, Leixiao Zhang, Yang-An Li, Zhichao Luo, Jiayi An, Tao Sun, Xinlei Zheng, Yan Wang, Kehui Hu
BACKGROUND: Fu's subcutaneous needling (FSN) is an acupuncture technique for the treatment of soft tissue diseases. Knee osteoarthritis often involves lower limb muscles. This study aimed to observe and compare the clinical efficacy of Fu's subcutaneous acupuncture and electroacupuncture in the treatment of patients with knee osteoarthritis. METHODS: 62 patients with early or medial stage of knee osteoarthritis were randomly divided into the FSN therapy group or the electroacupuncture(EA) therapy group (1:1)...
December 28, 2023: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38184376/veterans-lived-experiences-with-the-va-s-whole-health-system-and-perceived-impact-on-dimensions-of-wellness
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Jolie N Haun, Tali Schneider, Lisa M Ballistrea, Julie McMahon-Grenz, Christine Melillo, Rachel Benzinger, Jacquelyn M Paykel
RESEARCH QUESTION: What are the lived experiences and wellness related outcomes of veterans engaged in the Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) Whole Health (WH) system of care? THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK: This qualitative work was conducted with a pragmatic phenomenological approach to understand patients' lived experience within the WH system of care. Data were contextualized within a multi-dimensional wellness model. METHODOLOGY: This descriptive quality improvement project used semi-structured telephone interviews...
December 23, 2023: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38307817/the-great-schism-trend-life-expectancy-and-politics
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Stephan A Schwartz
The SchwartzReport tracks emerging trends that will affect the world, particularly the United States. For EXPLORE it focuses on matters of health in the broadest sense of that term, including medical issues, changes in the biospere, technology, and policy considerations, all of which will shape our culture and our lives.
December 22, 2023: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
https://read.qxmd.com/read/38242799/adult-illiteracy-and-the-distortion-of-american-culture
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Stephan A Schwartz
No abstract text is available yet for this article.
December 22, 2023: Explore: the Journal of Science and Healing
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