Effectiveness of Spiritist "passe" (Spiritual healing) for anxiety levels, depression, pain, muscle tension, well-being, and physiological parameters in cardiovascular inpatients: A randomized controlled trial.

Abstract:

BACKGROUND:Biofield therapies, such as laying on of hands, are used in association with Conventional Medicine as Spiritist "passe", among others. The aim of this study was to evaluate anxiety, depression, pain, muscle tension and well-being, as well as physiological parameters in cardiovascular inpatients submitted to the Spiritist "passe", sham, and no intervention. METHODS:In the total, 41 cardiovascular inpatients submitted to the Spiritist "passe", sham, and no intervention during a 10-min period on 3 consecutive days. They were evaluated through anxiety and depression level, pain, the perceptions of muscle tension and well-being and physiological parameters, before and after interventions. RESULTS:A significant reduction (p=0.001) in anxiety scores and muscle tension (p=0.011), improvement of well-being (p=0.003) and a significant increase in peripheral oxyhemoglobin saturation scores (p=0.028) were observed in Spiritist "passe" patients, and a significant reduction (p=0.028) of muscle tension and improvement of well-being (p=0.045) in sham patients. However, muscle tension reduction (p=0.003) and improvement of well-being (p=0.003) were more accentuated in the Spiritist "passe" compared to sham and no intervention. CONCLUSIONS:Results suggest that the Spiritist "passe" appeared to be effective, reducing anxiety level and the perception of muscle tension, consequently improving peripheral oxyhemoglobin saturation and the sensation of well-being compared to sham and no intervention in cardiovascular inpatients.

journal_name

Complement Ther Med

authors

Carneiro ÉM,Barbosa LP,Marson JM,Terra JA Junior,Martins CJ,Modesto D,Resende LA,Borges MF

doi

10.1016/j.ctim.2016.11.008

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

2017-02-01 00:00:00

pages

73-78

eissn

0965-2299

issn

1873-6963

pii

S0965-2299(16)30349-1

journal_volume

30

pub_type

杂志文章,随机对照试验
  • Simply because it works better: exploring motives for the use of medical herbalism in contemporary U.K. health care.

    abstract:AIM:To clarify the reasons underlying people's use of medical herbalism in the context of contemporary U.K. health care. DESIGN:This qualitative, interpretative study recruited 19 adults who were consulting with registered medical herbalists in a region of southern England. Participants were interviewed about their ex...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2009.08.001

    authors: Little CV

    更新日期:2009-10-01 00:00:00

  • Perceptions and recommendation behaviors of dermatologists for medical cannabis: A pilot survey.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Evidence suggests that cannabinoids may provide therapeutic benefit to patients with dermatologic conditions. The recommendation behaviors of dermatologists with regards to recommending medical cannabis are unknown. We administered a pilot survey to evaluate dermatologists' recommendation behaviors including...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102552

    authors: Yeroushalmi S,Nelson K,Sparks A,Friedman A

    更新日期:2020-12-01 00:00:00

  • The correlation between pulse diagnosis and constitution identification in traditional Chinese medicine.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Our study aimed to correlate pulse wave parameters such as augmentation index (AI) and heart rate variability with traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) constitution for evaluating health status. DESIGN:Out of 177 subjects, 69 healthy subjects were enrolled in the present study, and others were excluded becaus...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2016.12.005

    authors: Wu HK,Ko YS,Lin YS,Wu HT,Tsai TH,Chang HH

    更新日期:2017-02-01 00:00:00

  • Efficacy of rhythmical massage in comparison to heart rate variability biofeedback in patients with dysmenorrhea-A randomized, controlled trial.

    abstract:BACKGROUND:20-90% of all women suffer from dysmenorrhea. Standard therapy of primary dysmenorrhea (PD) are NSAIDs and oral contraceptives, effective but not without possible side effects. OBJECTIVE:To examine the efficacy of rhythmical massage (Anthroposophic Medicine) and heart rate variability biofeedback compared t...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2018.11.009

    authors: Vagedes J,Fazeli A,Boening A,Helmert E,Berger B,Martin D

    更新日期:2019-02-01 00:00:00

  • The placebo response in clinical trials-the current state of play.

    abstract::While randomized, placebo-controlled double-blinded trials have become the pharmacological standard over the last 60 years, the gain in knowledge of the mechanisms behind the placebo response in recent years has raised substantial concerns about the appropriateness of some of its underlying assumptions. The following ...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2012.12.010

    authors: Enck P,Klosterhalfen S

    更新日期:2013-04-01 00:00:00

  • Functional outcome from sacroiliac joint prolotherapy in patients with sacroiliac joint instability.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Examine the effectiveness of sacroiliac (SI) joint prolotherapy for SI joint instability, and characterize the patients most likely to benefit from this treatment. DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study. SETTING:Department of Veterans Affairs outpatient physical medicine clinic. INTERVENTIONS:Patients referred...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2018.01.014

    authors: Hoffman MD,Agnish V

    更新日期:2018-04-01 00:00:00

  • Mind-body practices in U.S. adults: Prevalence and correlates.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:Mind-body practices (MBP), such as Yoga or Tai-Chi, have increased in popularity in the past 25 years in the US. These activities may help promote a less sedentary lifestyle and may have positive effects on health. The objective of the present study is to understand the prevalence and trends of MBP in US adu...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102501

    authors: Bhattacharyya KK,Hueluer G,Meng H,Hyer K

    更新日期:2020-08-01 00:00:00

  • Understanding rationales for acupuncture treated individuals' beliefs in acupuncture effects, to be able to maximize therapeutic results: A qualitative analysis.

    abstract:OBJECTIVE:To investigate how individuals expressed rationales for their beliefs regarding efficacy of acupuncture. METHODS:Qualitative data from participants of two different randomized sham-controlled trials, of relaxing (non-cancer volunteers of the general population) or antiemetic (patients with cancer undergoing ...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2018.04.006

    authors: Enblom A,Lagerstedt K

    更新日期:2018-08-01 00:00:00

  • Retrospective case series on Gwakhyangjeonggi-san prescribed to patients with chronic urticaria.

    abstract:INTRODUCTION:Chronic urticaria (CU) is characterized by repeated occurrence of wheals or itching for more than 6 weeks. When urticarial symptoms repeatedly occur despite taking western medicines such as antihistamines, herbal medicines have potential as an alternative for them. Among various herbal medications for CU, ...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2015.09.006

    authors: Kim JH,Park SS

    更新日期:2015-12-01 00:00:00

  • Prevalence and predictors of yogic breathing and meditation use - A nationally representative survey of US adult yoga practitioners.

    abstract:INTRODUCTION:Yoga practice in common usage is often confined to the physical aspects of the comprehensive practice. The purpose of this study was to examine the use of two additional aspects of yoga as part of yoga practice, i.e. yogic breathing and meditation (YoBaM). Prevalence and predictors of YoBaM use among yoga ...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102617

    authors: Schröter M,Cramer H

    更新日期:2020-11-12 00:00:00

  • Biofeedback assisted diaphragmatic breathing and systematic relaxation versus propranolol in long term prophylaxis of migraine.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:To evaluate utility of biofeedback assisted diaphragmatic breathing and systematic relaxation in migraine and to compare their efficacy with propranolol in long term prophylaxis of migraine. METHODS:192 migraine patients were randomly distributed into two groups. Propranolol group received propranolol 80 mg...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 临床试验,杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2005.04.004

    authors: Kaushik R,Kaushik RM,Mahajan SK,Rajesh V

    更新日期:2005-09-01 00:00:00

  • Dietary selenium and major depression: a nested case-control study.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES AND METHODS:Alterations in redox biology are established in depression; however, there are no prospective epidemiological data on redox-active selenium in depression. We aimed to determine if low levels of dietary selenium are associated with an increased risk for de novo major depressive disorder (MDD). In ...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2011.12.008

    authors: Pasco JA,Jacka FN,Williams LJ,Evans-Cleverdon M,Brennan SL,Kotowicz MA,Nicholson GC,Ball MJ,Berk M

    更新日期:2012-06-01 00:00:00

  • A randomised study of the effects of massage therapy compared to guided relaxation on well-being and stress perception among older adults.

    abstract:OBJECTIVE:The objective was to assess the effects of massage compared to guided relaxation on stress perception and well-being among older adults. DESIGN:A randomised pilot study enrolled adults ages 60 and older to receive 50 min, twice weekly massage therapy or guided relaxation sessions. Questionnaires were adminis...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2007.01.004

    authors: Sharpe PA,Williams HG,Granner ML,Hussey JR

    更新日期:2007-09-01 00:00:00

  • A systematic review and meta-analysis: The effects of probiotic supplementation on metabolic profile in patients with neurological disorders.

    abstract:BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE:The objective of meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was to evaluate the effects of probiotic supplementation on metabolic status in patients with neurological disorders. METHODS:The following databases were search up to April 2019: Pubmed, Scopus, Google scholar, Web of Scien...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102507

    authors: Tamtaji OR,Milajerdi A,Reiner Ž,Asemi Z,Dadgostar E,Heidari-Soureshjani R,Mamsharifi P,Amirani E,Mirzaei H,Hallajzadeh J,Ghaderi A

    更新日期:2020-09-01 00:00:00

  • The effect of Kneipp treatment hydrotherapy on secretory IgA in young children: A controlled, non-randomized clinical pilot study.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:This pilot study analyses the effect and feasibility of hydrotherapeutic Kneipp arm affusions on secretory immunoglobulin A (sIgA) and classic cold symptoms in children 3-6 years of age. STUDY DESIGN:A controlled, non-randomized, clinical pilot study was undertaken. INTERVENTION:This descriptive hydrothera...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102637

    authors: Schulte K,Blakeslee SB,Stritter W,Eidenschink C,Gündling PW,Baumann A,Seifert G

    更新日期:2020-11-28 00:00:00

  • The effect of fenugreek seed supplementation on serum irisin levels, blood pressure, and liver and kidney function in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A parallel randomized clinical trial.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:This study was designed to determine the effects of fenugreek seed (FS) on serum irisin levels, blood pressure, and liver and kidney function in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). METHODS:In an 8-week randomized controlled clinical trial, T2DM patients (n = 50) were assigned to the intervention ...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102315

    authors: Hadi A,Arab A,Hajianfar H,Talaei B,Miraghajani M,Babajafari S,Marx W,Tavakoly R

    更新日期:2020-03-01 00:00:00

  • An assessment of the scientific status of anthroposophic medicine, applying criteria from the philosophy of science.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The objective was to evaluate the scientific status of anthroposophic medicine (AM) according to demarcation criteria proposed in contemporary philosophy of science. DESIGN:Criteria for what is science were retrieved from eight publications in the philosophy of science, focusing either on science in medicin...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2018.04.010

    authors: Baars EW,Kiene H,Kienle GS,Heusser P,Hamre HJ

    更新日期:2018-10-01 00:00:00

  • The Effects of Fenugreek on Cardiometabolic Risk Factors in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

    abstract::Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading causes of mortality across the world. Some earlier studies have revealed the beneficial effects of fenugreek on the risk factors for CVDs. However, a systematic review and meta-analysis is needed to clarify its effectiveness. Accordingly, the purpose of this study was to ass...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102416

    authors: Khodamoradi K,Khosropanah MH,Ayati Z,Chang D,Nasli-Esfahani E,Ayati MH,Namazi N

    更新日期:2020-08-01 00:00:00

  • Complementary and alternative therapies in dentistry and characteristics of dentists who recommend them.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The aims of this study were to analyse whether dentists offer or recommend complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) remedies in their clinical routine, and how effective these are rated by proponents and opponents. A second aim of this study was to give a profile of the dentists endorsing CAM. DESIGN:A ...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2017.08.008

    authors: Baatsch B,Zimmer S,Rodrigues Recchia D,Büssing A

    更新日期:2017-12-01 00:00:00

  • A novel clinical-trial design for the study of massage therapy.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:To develop and test the feasibility and acceptability of a structured design for a massage therapy clinical trial that included a treatment arm designed to control for the non-specific effects of a massage therapy intervention. DESIGN:Pilot randomized controlled clinical trial. SETTING:University-integrate...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2007.08.001

    authors: Patterson M,Maurer S,Adler SR,Avins AL

    更新日期:2008-06-01 00:00:00

  • Music intervention during daily weaning trials-A 6 day prospective randomized crossover trial.

    abstract:PURPOSE:To examine the effect of patient-selected music intervention during daily weaning trials for patients on prolonged mechanical ventilation. METHODS:Using a crossover repeated measures design, patients were randomized to music vs no music on the first intervention day. Provision of music was alternated for 6 day...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2016.09.003

    authors: Liang Z,Ren D,Choi J,Happ MB,Hravnak M,Hoffman LA

    更新日期:2016-12-01 00:00:00

  • A longitudinal analysis of self-prescribed complementary and alternative medicine use by a nationally representative sample of 19,783 Australian women, 2006-2010.

    abstract:BACKGROUND:Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use is increasingly popular amongst general populations around the world with women constituting substantial CAM users. However, self-prescribed CAM use does raise potential safety concerns and so it is important to identify those risk factors associated with self...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2015.06.011

    authors: Bowe S,Adams J,Lui CW,Sibbritt D

    更新日期:2015-10-01 00:00:00

  • Mineral rich algae with pine bark improved pain, physical function and analgesic use in mild-knee joint osteoarthritis, compared to Glucosamine: A randomized controlled pilot trial.

    abstract:INTRODUCTION:Osteoarthritis (OA) is characterised by synovial joint pain, functional disability and affects ∼13 % of people worldwide, of which ∼16-27 % report Knee-OA (KOA). Glucosamine (Glu) is the most widely used nutraceutical treatment for OA despite a lack of scientific consensus, therefore alternative nutraceuti...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102349

    authors: Heffernan SM,McCarthy C,Eustace S,FitzPatrick RE,Delahunt E,De Vito G

    更新日期:2020-05-01 00:00:00

  • Sugarcane molasses enhances TGF-β secretion and FOXP3 gene expression by Bifidobacterium Animalis Subsp. Lactis stimulated PBMCs of Ulcerative Colitis patients.

    abstract::Ulcerative colitis (UC) is one of the inflammatory diseases of the gut with frequent bloody diarrhea leads to increased rates of anemia. Evidences indicate the immunomodulation disorders in the response to intestinal microbiota in UC. Although sugarcane molasses, rich in necessary minerals and vitamins, could be a goo...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2019.102210

    authors: Shakurnia A,Sheikhi A,Mirzapour M,Baharifar V,Baharifar N,Aghamohammadi N,Sheikhi M,Matinrad M,Mousavinasab SN,Sheikhi S,Sheikhi R

    更新日期:2019-12-01 00:00:00

  • A Pragmatic Controlled Trial of a Brief Yoga and Mindfulness-Based Program for Psychological and Occupational Health in Education Professionals.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:To examine changes in psychological and occupational wellbeing in education professionals that attended a brief yoga and mindfulness-based program. DESIGN:Pragmatic controlled trial comparing education professionals that attended a yoga mindfulness-based program (n = 9) to a waitlist control group (n = 22)....

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102470

    authors: Dyer NL,Borden S,Dusek JA,Khalsa SBS

    更新日期:2020-08-01 00:00:00

  • Effects of ear and body acupressure on labor pain and duration of labor active phase: A randomized controlled trial.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:This study sought to compare the effects of multi-point ear and body acupressure on labor pain and the duration of labor active phase. DESIGN:Three-armed randomized controlled trial. SETTING:Kowsar Hospital, Qazvin, Iran. INTERVENTION:Participants in the body acupressure group received acupressure on GB21...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,随机对照试验

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102413

    authors: Alimoradi Z,Kazemi F,Gorji M,Valiani M

    更新日期:2020-06-01 00:00:00

  • The PedCAM Network: past, present, and future.

    abstract::Established in 2004, the Pediatric Complementary and Alternative Medicine Research & Education (PedCAM) Network (www.pedcam.ca) is a multidisciplinary national and international network focused on pediatric research and education with the vision of safe and effective use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2011.03.002

    authors: Surette S,Vohra S

    更新日期:2013-04-01 00:00:00

  • Defining research priorities in complementary medicine in oncology.

    abstract:OBJECTIVES:The high usage of complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) by cancer patients is increasing, despite limited research available to support their use. Therefore identifying research priorities that can inform the evidence base for CAM treatment is relevant for many stakeholders, including funders, resear...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2012.04.001

    authors: Robotin M,Holliday C,Bensoussan A

    更新日期:2012-10-01 00:00:00

  • Exploring acupuncturists' perceptions of treating patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

    abstract:AIMS:To outline acupuncturists' perceptions of treating patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), exploring the impact of practitioner affiliation to a traditional or western theoretical base. METHODS:Qualitative study utilising Grounded Theory Method. Nineteen acupuncturists were chosen via theoretical sampling. In-de...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2006.09.008

    authors: Hughes JG,Goldbart J,Fairhurst E,Knowles K

    更新日期:2007-06-01 00:00:00

  • Chondroitin sulphate: a complex molecule with potential impacts on a wide range of biological systems.

    abstract::Chondroitin sulphate (CS) is widely consumed orally by humans, and non-humans as it is believed to be beneficial for those with joint-related pathologies. Data concerning the functions of chondroitin sulphate in this, and other, biological systems are being actively extended. However, it is important to appreciate tha...

    journal_title:Complementary therapies in medicine

    pub_type: 杂志文章,评审

    doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2008.08.004

    authors: Lauder RM

    更新日期:2009-01-01 00:00:00