Can Reflexology Reduce Pain for Cancer Patients?
Nov 27, 2009 Reflexology
A number of patients seeking reflexology are doing so because of cancer treatments that are causing them a lot of pain. We are asked many times if reflexology can be beneficial for cancer patients and the correct answer is for some yes, but not for all.
A recent study may force a change to that answer however. During a study of pain and anxiety in cancer patients, reflexology was proven as a source of relief. A 45-60 minute reflexology session was given to the study’s patients and the results showed a significant decrease in the amounts of pain and anxiety for the group.
The conclusion of the study went one-step further by making this recommendation:
Hospitals could have qualified professionals offer reflexology as a complementary therapy and teach interested partners the modality.
You can read the full study on reflexology on cancer patients here.
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