Case Studies

Massage 

Objective analysis of the effectiveness of facial massage using breakthrough computed tomographic technology: A preliminary pilot study

Qualitative study of women's experience after therapeutic massageLinks to an external site. 

Ten minutes of massage or rest will help your body fight stressLinks to an external site. 

Effect of massage therapy on sleep quality in critically ill patients: A systematic review and meta-analysisLinks to an external site. 

Effectiveness of back massage on sleep pattern in patients with congestive cardiac failureLinks to an external site. 

Effect of Swedish massage with and without Chamomile oil on labour outcomes and maternal satisfaction of the childbirth processLinks to an external site. 

The effect of massage therapy on occupational stressLinks to an external site. 

Does therapeutic massage support mental well-being?Links to an external site. 

Randomised controlled trial of the effectiveness of using back massage to improve sleep quality among Taiwanese insomnia postpartum womenLinks to an external site. 

Massage therapy has short-term benefits for people with common musculoskeletal disorders compared to no treatment: a systematic reviewLinks to an external site. 

Does massage therapy reduce cortisol? A comprehensive quantitative reviewLinks to an external site. 

Massage, a complementary therapy effectively promoting the health and well-being of older people in residential care settings: a review of the literatureLinks to an external site. 

Effectiveness of Massage Therapy for Chronic, Non-Malignant PainLinks to an external site. 

Breast cancer patients have improved immune and neuroendocrine functions following massage therapyLinks to an external site. 

Massage therapy in the workplace: Reducing employee strain and blood pressureLinks to an external site. 

Massage Therapy and Chronic ConditionsLinks to an external site. 

The effectiveness of Swedish massage with aromatic ginger oil in treating chronic low back pain in older adultsLinks to an external site. 

Effects of massage therapy on pain, anxiety and satisfaction during laborLinks to an external site. 

The effect of burn rehabilitation massage therapy on hypertrophic scar after burnLinks to an external site. 

Cardiovascular effects of reflexology in healthy individuals: evidence for a specific increase in blood pressureLinks to an external site. 

Immunological effects of massage after exercise: A systematic reviewLinks to an external site. 

Aromatherapy 

The Effectiveness of Aromatherapy in Reducing Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - PMCLinks to an external site. 

Aromatherapy for DementiaLinks to an external site. 

The Effects of Aromatherapy on Anxiety and Depression in People With Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-AnalysisLinks to an external site. 

A pilot study addressing the effect of aromatherapy massage on mood, anxiety and relaxation in adult mental healthLinks to an external site. 

Study on stress and aromatherapy intervention efficacyLinks to an external site. 

Effects of lavender essential oil inhalation aromatherapy on depression and sleep quality in stroke patients: A single-blind randomized controlled trialLinks to an external site. 

A near fatal case of high dose peppermint oil ingestionLinks to an external site. 

Effectiveness of aromatherapy for prevention or treatment of disease, medical or preclinical conditions, and injuryLinks to an external site. 

The Effectiveness of Aromatherapy in Reducing PainLinks to an external site. 

Reflexology 

Effect of 8 Weeks Foot Reflexology Massage on Balance, Foot Arc, and Pain in Girls Aged 14 to 18 Years With Flat Foot. - EBSCOLinks to an external site. 

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A randomized clinical trial on the effect of foot reflexology performed in the fourth stage of labor on uterine afterpainLinks to an external site. 

Effect of reflexology treatment on anxiety – Journal of Psychiatric NursingLinks to an external site. 

Using reflexology to manage stress in the workplace: A preliminary studyLinks to an external site. 

Foot Reflexology: Recent Research Trends and ProspectsLinks to an external site. 

The efficacy of reflexology: Systematic reviewLinks to an external site. 

Reflexology: Exploring the mechanism of action’Links to an external site. 

The Effect of Reflexology on the Autonomic Nervous System in Healthy Adults: A Feasibility StudyLinks to an external site. 

Scalp Massage 

Using Indian head message to inpatients in an acute mental health unit had physical and psychological effects, and improved the atmosphere on the wardLinks to an external site. 

The effect of Scalp Massage in reducing stressLinks to an external site. 

Standardized Scalp Massage Results in Increased Hair ThicknessLinks to an external site. 

Acupressure 

Positive psychological effects of seated acupressure massage are associated with a rise in plasma oxytocin without affecting CGRP levels or circulating IL-6Links to an external site. 

Effects of acupressure on pain severity in female nurses with chronic low back pain 

Complementary Therapies in general 

Complementary and alternative therapies for back painLinks to an external site. 

Improving stressful working lives: complementary therapies, counselling and clinical supervision for staffLinks to an external site. 

Would complementary and alternative medicine be welcomed in the workplace?Links to an external site. 

An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Complementary Therapies on Trauma Related IllnessesLinks to an external site.