PMID: J Psychosom Res. 2016 10 ;89:1-6. Epub 2016 Jul 26. PMID: 27663102 Abstract Title: Mindfulness meditation for insomnia: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Insomnia is a widespread and debilitating condition that affects sleep quality and daily productivity. Although mindfulness meditation (MM) has been suggested as a potentially effective supplement to medical …
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Meditation is associated with increased brain network integration.
PMID: Neuroimage. 2017 09 ;158:18-25. Epub 2017 Jun 27. PMID: 28663069 Abstract Title: Meditation is associated with increased brain network integration. Abstract: INTRODUCTION: This study aims to identify novel quantitative EEG measures associated with mindfulness meditation. As there is some evidence that meditation is associated with higher integration of brain networks, we focused on EEG …
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Relaxation exercises can decrease the dyspnea, fatigue, and sleep problems seen in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
PMID: Holist Nurs Pract. 2017 Nov/Dec;31(6):369-377. PMID: 29028775 Abstract Title: The Effect of Progressive Relaxation Exercises on Fatigue and Sleep Quality in Individuals With COPD. Abstract: This randomized controlled experimental study was conducted to investigate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation exercises on dyspnea, fatigue, and sleep quality in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. …
Short-term practice of relaxation therapy can improve autonomic balance and promote cardiovascular health of medical students.
PMID: Am J Health Promot. 2014 Sep-Oct;29(1):23-8. Epub 2013 Nov 7. PMID: 24200249 Abstract Title: The effects of short-term relaxation therapy on indices of heart rate variability and blood pressure in young adults. Abstract: PURPOSE: Assessment of short-term practice of relaxation therapy on autonomic and cardiovascular functions in first-year medical students.DESIGN: Case-control, interventional study.SETTING: Medical …
Relaxation seems to be an interesting therapeutic option for reducing anxiety in people with intellectual disabilities.
PMID: J Intellect Disabil. 2016 Sep ;20(3):228-40. Epub 2015 Sep 28. PMID: 26420821 Abstract Title: Relaxation therapy and anxiety, self-esteem, and emotional regulation among adults with intellectual disabilities: A randomized controlled trial. Abstract: This pilot study is a randomized controlled trial on the effects of relaxation on anxiety, self-esteem, and emotional regulation in adults with …
Relaxation therapy can be selected as a useful intervention for reducing negative emotions in people with anxiety disorders.
PMID: Arch Psychiatr Nurs. 2018 Apr ;32(2):278-284. Epub 2017 Nov 21. PMID: 29579524 Abstract Title: Effects of Relaxation Therapy on Anxiety Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Abstract: AIM: To explore the effect of relaxation therapy applied to people with anxiety disorders.METHODS: Systematic review with meta-analysis.RESULTS: Sixteen Randomized Control Trials (RCTs) were included for meta-analysis …
GABA and l-theanine mixture decreases sleep latency and improves NREM sleep.
PMID: Pharm Biol. 2019 Dec ;57(1):65-73. PMID: 30707852 Abstract Title: GABA and l-theanine mixture decreases sleep latency and improves NREM sleep. Abstract: CONTEXT: γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter and it is well established that activation of GABAreceptors favours sleep. l-Theanine, a naturally occurring amino acid first discovered in green tea, is a …
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The short-term effects of hydrotherapy on pain and self-perceived functional status in individuals living with osteoarthritis of the knee joint.
PMID: S Afr J Physiother. 2019 ;75(1):476. Epub 2019 Jul 24. PMID: 31392289 Abstract Title: The short-term effects of hydrotherapy on pain and self-perceived functional status in individuals living with osteoarthritis of the knee joint. Abstract: Background: People living with knee osteoarthritis (OA) commonly present with difficulty in walking long distances, ascending and descending stairs …
Spa therapy has positive effects on pain, physical activity, and quality of life in patients with osteoarthritis.
PMID: Complement Med Res. 2019 ;26(4):258-264. Epub 2019 Mar 27. PMID: 30921795 Abstract Title: Is the Duration of Spa Cure Treatment Important in Knee Osteoarthritis? A Randomized Controlled Study. Abstract: BACKGROUND: Spa therapies are applied in varying durations. Today, the duration of spa therapy may be long for people with active lives. How should we …
This review suggests that those consuming the highest amounts of dietary fiber may benefit from a reduction in the incidence of type 2 diabetes.
PMID: J Chiropr Med. 2018 Mar ;17(1):44-53. Epub 2018 Mar 1. PMID: 29628808 Abstract Title: Dietary Fiber Intake and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: An Umbrella Review of Meta-analyses. Abstract: Objective: The purpose of this study was to review previously published meta-analyses on the effectiveness of dietary fiber on type 2 diabetes.Methods: An umbrella review of …
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