Effects of Reiki With Music Compared to Music Only Among People Living With HIV. Bremner MN, Blake BJ, Wagner VD, Pearcey SM. Abstract Persons living with HIV (PLWH) often seek complementary treatments to improve their overall health and well-being. Reiki, an ancient healing practice, has been found to be effective in reducing symptoms of stress, anxiety, pain, and depression. The purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Reiki as a complementary treatment for PLWH. Using a two-group mixed-methods experimental design, 37 participants were randomized to either a 6-week Reiki with Music Group or a Music Only Group. Self-reported and physiologic measures were obtained at baseline, 6 weeks, and 10 weeks. Significant improvements in relief of pain and stress in those receiving RMG were found. At the 6-week assessment, semi-structured interviews were conducted with all participants. Qualitative findings indicated that Reiki and music therapy helped reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Evidence-based data regarding the effectiveness of Reiki will help nurses help patients better manage HIV-related symptoms. 靈氣音樂相較於僅有音樂對於愛滋感染者的影響 Bremner MN, Blake BJ, Wagner VD, Pearcey SM 作者 摘要 愛滋感染者經常尋求補充療法以提高他們整體的健康與福祉。靈氣療法是一種古老的療法，其被發 現可以有效的減輕壓力，焦慮，疼痛和憂鬱症狀。這個試驗研究的目的是評估靈氣作為愛滋感染者 的補充治療的效果。使用兩組混合方法的實驗設計，37 名參與者被隨機分配到靈氣與音樂組或一 個音樂專業組為期 6 週的實驗中。在六週及十週這些個案在實驗中做了自我訴說和生理學測量。在 這些接 受靈氣音樂治療的人中被發現疼痛及壓力獲得顯著的改善。在 6 週的評估，與所有參與者 進行了半結構化訪談，質性研究指出，靈氣和音樂療法有助於減輕壓力，焦慮和憂鬱‧根據關於靈 氣的有效性的證據數據指出靈氣將有助於護士幫助患者更佳地處置愛滋病的相關症狀。 An exploratory study of reiki experiences in women who have cancer. Kirshbaum MN1, Stead M2, Bartys S3. Author information Abstract AIMS: To explore the perceptions and experiences of reiki for women who have cancer and identify outcome measures for an intervention study. METHODS: A cross-sectional qualitative study of 10 women who had received reiki after cancer treatment was conducted. Interviews were audiotaped, transcribed and coded using framework analysis. RESULTS: Key themes identified were: limited understanding of reiki prior to receiving any reiki; release of emotional strain during reiki-feelings of a release of energy, a clearing of the mind from cancer, inner peace/relaxation, hope, a sense of being cared for; experience of physical sensations during reiki, such as pain relief and tingling; physical, emotional and cognitive improvements after reiki, such as improved sleep, a sense of calm and peace, reduced depression and improved self-confidence. CONCLUSION: Findings suggest that reiki could be a beneficial tool in the self-management of quality of life issues for women who have cancer. 罹癌婦女靈氣經驗的探索性研究 Kirshbaum MN1, Stead M2, Bartys S3.作者 摘要 目的： 探索罹癌女性對靈氣的認識和經驗，並確定靈氣介入對其結果影響 方法： 對 10 名於癌症治療後接受靈氣治療的婦女進行橫斷質性研究。 採訪錄音，採用結構分析進行轉錄和編碼 結果： 重點發現：在接受任何靈氣之前對靈氣的理解有限；靈性的感受就像是在釋放緊張的情緒中釋放能 量，清除來自於心靈上的癌症，內心的平靜/放鬆，希望，被照顧的感覺；在靈氣中身體的感覺經 驗，如疼痛的緩解和麻感；在靈性介入後身體，情緒和認知上的改變，如睡眠狀況的改變，一種平 靜與和平的感覺，減少抑鬱和提高自信心。 結論： 研究結果發現，靈氣可能是罹癌婦女生活質量自我管理的有益工具。 簡佳慧譯 |
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