The Effect of Reiki on Pain, Fatigue, and Quality of Life in Adolescents With Dysmenorrhea
Ferdane Koçoğlu, Handan Zincir
Abstract
This randomized, single-blind, placebo-controlled study was conducted to evaluate the effect of Reiki applications on pain, fatigue, and quality of life in adolescents with dysmenorrhea. There were 38 patients in the Reiki group and 37 in the placebo-controlled group. Reiki was found to be effective on pain and fatigue in adolescents with dysmenorrhea but with no effect on the quality of life.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineQuality of life (healthcare)PlaceboPhysical therapyRandomized controlled trialPhysical medicine and rehabilitationAlternative medicineNursingSurgeryPathologyMenstrual Health and DisordersComplementary and Alternative Medicine StudiesHerbal Medicine Research Studies