A comparison of still point induction to massage therapy in reducing pain and increasing comfort in chronic pain.
Study Goal
The researchers aimed to determine whether massage, as a complementary technique, provides pain relief and comfort in patients with chronic pain.
Results Summary
The study found statistically significant improvement in pain and comfort in patients who received massage, indicating its effectiveness as a complementary therapy for chronic pain. Both massage and cranial still point induction showed positive outcomes.
Population
Patients with chronic pain.
Effective Dosage
Not specified
Duration
Not specified
Interactions
None mentioned
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
aromatherapy and music therapy | increase | pain and comfort | patients with chronic pain | - | Statistically significant improvement | #1 |
Massage or cranial still point induction | increase | pain and comfort | patients with chronic pain | - | Statistically significant improvement | #2 |
A quantitative study was completed to determine whether complementary techniques provide pain relief and comfort in patients with chronic pain. Subjects participated in sessions including aromatherapy and music therapy. Massage or cranial still point induction was randomly assigned. Statistically significant improvement in pain and comfort was noted in both groups.