A Canadian experience of integrating complementary therapy in a hospital palliative care unit.

Abstract:

BACKGROUND:The provision of complementary therapy in palliative care is rare in Canadian hospitals. An Ontario hospital's palliative care unit developed a complementary therapy pilot project within the interdisciplinary team to explore potential benefits. Massage, aromatherapy, Reiki, and Therapeutic Touch™ were provided in an integrated approach. This paper reports on the pilot project, the results of which may encourage its replication in other palliative care programs. OBJECTIVES:The intentions were (1) to increase patients'/families' experience of quality and satisfaction with end-of-life care and (2) to determine whether the therapies could enhance symptom management. RESULTS:Data analysis (n=31) showed a significant decrease in severity of pain, anxiety, low mood, restlessness, and discomfort (p<0.01, 95% confidence interval); significant increase in inner stillness/peace (p<0.01, 95% confidence interval); and convincing narratives on an increase in comfort. The evaluation by staff was positive and encouraged continuation of the program. CONCLUSIONS:An integrated complementary therapy program enhances regular symptom management, increases comfort, and is a valuable addition to interdisciplinary care.

journal_name

J Palliat Med

authors

Berger L,Tavares M,Berger B

doi

10.1089/jpm.2013.0295

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

2013-10-01 00:00:00

pages

1294-8

issue

10

eissn

1096-6218

issn

1557-7740

journal_volume

16

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