Complementary therapies in clinical practice
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Complement Ther Clin Pract · Nov 2018
Randomized Controlled TrialThe effect of guided imagery on anxiety, depression and vital signs in patients on hemodialysis.
Patients on hemodialysis experience anxiety and depression. This study aimed to investigate the effect of guided imagery on anxiety, depression, and vital signs in patients on hemodialysis. ⋯ Nurses are suggested to use guided imagery along with other interventions for the management of anxiety and depression. It can alleviate adverse psychological responses among patients on hemodialysis.
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Complement Ther Clin Pract · Nov 2018
Randomized Controlled TrialShort-term effects of connective tissue manipulation in women with primary dysmenorrhea: A randomized controlled trial.
To evaluate the short-term effectiveness of connective tissue manipulation (CTM) for relieving menstrual pain and symptoms in primary dysmenorrhea (PD). ⋯ CTM seems to be an effective approach in the short-term in PD.
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Complement Ther Clin Pract · Nov 2018
Methodological and reporting quality evaluation of systematic reviews on acupuncture in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome: A systematic review.
To evaluate the methodological and reporting quality of systematic reviews (SRs) on acupuncture treatment for women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). ⋯ There were many deficiencies in the methodological and reporting quality of SRs assessing acupuncture in women with PCOS.