Fleisher KA1, Mackenzie ER, Frankel ES, Seluzicki C, Casarett D, Mao JJ. Author information 1University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA. 

Abstract 摘要

OBJECTIVE: 目的 

This mixed methods study sought to evaluate the outcomes of an integrative Reiki volunteer program in an academic medical oncology center setting. 

這種混合方法研究試圖評估一個整合靈氣志願者，在學術醫學腫瘤中心設置的專案結果。 

METHOD:方法 

We used de-identified program evaluation data to perform both quantitative and qualitative analyses of participants' experiences of Reiki sessions. The quantitative data were collected pre- and postsession using a modified version of the distress thermometer. The pre- and postsession data from the distress assessment were analyzed using a paired Student's : test. The qualitative data were derived from written responses to open-ended questions asked after each Reiki session and were analyzed for key words and recurring themes. 

我們使用去識別的項目評估數據來對參與者的靈氣療程的經驗進行定量和定性分析。 定量數據收 集前後使用的修改版本的遇險溫度計。 使用配對的檢驗分析來自遇險評估的前後數據。 定性數據 來源於對每個 Reiki 療程之後詢問的開放式問題的書面答复，並對關鍵詞和經常性主題進行分析。 

RESULTS: 結果 

Of the 213 pre-post surveys of first-time sessions in the evaluation period, we observed a more than 50% decrease in self-reported distress (from 3.80 to 1.55), anxiety (from 4.05 to 1.44), depression (from 2.54 to 1.10), pain (from 2.58 to 1.21), and fatigue (from 4.80 to 2.30) with P < .001 for all. Using conservative estimates that treat missing data as not endorsing Reiki, we found 176 (82.6%) of participants liked the Reiki session, 176 (82.6%) found the Reiki session helpful, 157 (73.7%) plan to continue using Reiki, and 175 (82.2%) would recommend Reiki to others. Qualitative analyses found that individuals reported that Reiki induced relaxation and enhanced spiritual well-being. 

在評估期間首次進行的 213 次事前調查中，我們觀察到自我報告的困難（從 3.80 到 1.55），焦慮（從 4.05 到 1.44），抑鬱（從 2.54 到 1.54）減少了 50％ 1.10），疼痛（從 2.58 到 1.21）和疲勞（從 4.80 到 2.30），P <0.001。 使用保守的估計數據處理缺失的數據為不支持靈氣，我們發現 176 名（82.6 ％）參與者喜歡靈氣療程，176 人（82.6％）發現靈氣療程有幫助，157 人（73.7％）計劃繼續使用 靈氣，175 人 （82.2％）會向其他人推薦靈氣。 定性分析發現，個人報告靈氣引起放鬆和增強精 神福祉。 

CONCLUSIONS: 結論 

An integrative Reiki volunteer program shows promise as a component of supportive care for cancer patients. More research is needed to evaluate and understand the impact that Reiki may have for patients, caregivers, and staff whose lives have been affected by cancer. 

KEYWORDS: 關鍵字 

Reiki; cancer; distress; pain; relaxation; symptom 靈氣;癌症;窘迫;疼痛;鬆弛;症狀 

Ref. Integrative Reiki for cancer patients: a program evaluation https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24105356