Pain management nursing : official journal of the American Society of Pain Management Nurses
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The Power of Reiki: Its Effects on Pain and Biochemical Parameters in Patients Undergoing Bone Marrow Transplantation: A Randomized Prospective Controlled Study.
This study aimed to determine the effects of Reiki on pain and biochemical parameters in patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation. ⋯ Reiki is effective for pain control and enhancing the immune system response.
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Explore factors influencing pain management among female breast cancer survivors aged 65+ years with moderate to severe pain based on a score of 4 or greater on the 0-10 numeric rating scale. ⋯ Providing contact information for care team members during and after clinic hours facilitates open communication, including timely reporting of new and undertreated pain. Collaborating with the patient and care team on a clear pain management plan and establishing parameters for when to notify the care team empower patients to optimize management of their pain. Verifying patients' understanding of prescribed analgesia and management of side effects and providing education as needed may reduce negative perceptions of opioid analgesia.
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Innovations in technology offer potential solutions to address pain care inequities. To maximize impacts, greater understanding is needed regarding preferences and priorities of people experiencing or treating pain. ⋯ Including preferences of user groups can assist in creating resources that are likely to be useful for those with pain and their caregivers. Innovations are needed to address persisting gaps in care.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effects of Monochromatic Infrared Light on Painful Diabetic Polyneuropathy: Randomized Controlled Trial.
To evaluate the effect of 890 nm Monochromatic Infrared Light (MIR) associated with a physical therapy protocol on pain in individuals with diabetic Distal Symmetric Polyneuropathy. ⋯ 890 nm MIR improves Painful Diabetic Polyneuropathy patient care due to relief of neuropathic pain.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effects of Auricular Acupressure on Pain and Stress in Nursing College Students With Cervical Pain: A Single-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial.
This study aimed to examine the effects of auricular acupressure (AA) on neck pain and stress in nursing students with neck pain. ⋯ AA applied for four weeks was found to be safe, noninvasive, and effective in reducing neck pain in nursing students with cervical pain.