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Complement Ther Med May 2020 PMID 32444044

Effects of reflexology on child health: A systematic review.

Nimet Karatas, Aysegul Isler Dalgic

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Peak: 3 in Jul 2022
across 3 sources since May 2020

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What people are saying

The discussions highlight key findings like reflexology’s ability to reduce pain and regulate vital signs in infants, using words such as 'effective' and 'relieving,' which suggest support and acknowledgment of the study's positive results. The tone and focus on specific health outcomes demonstrate a moderate level of interest and engagement, with recognition of potential clinical benefits without extensive debate or exploration of limitations.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the positive findings of reflexology on various aspects of child health, reflecting support for the publication's conclusions.

InterestModerate interest

While there is some interest in the specific health benefits, overall enthusiasm appears moderate, with the focus on supported evidence rather than deep curiosity.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussions briefly mention the effects observed, such as reduced pain and improved oxygen saturation, but do not delve deeply into methodology or broader implications.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants recognize some beneficial impacts but do not emphasize transformative or widespread influence, indicating moderate perceived significance.

Abstract in brief

  • This systematic review analyzed multiple studies on reflexology's impact on children's health, focusing on randomized controlled trials involving infants and children, and concluded that reflexology, particularly foot reflexology, can help reduce pain, regulate heart rate, improve oxygen saturation, and relieve symptoms like infantile colic and neonatal abstinence symptoms.
  • The review highlights the limited number of studies available and emphasizes the need for more research that considers both positive and negative effects of reflexology to inform clinical practice and future studies.
  • The research methodology included extensive database searches with specific inclusion and exclusion criteria, following Cochrane and PRISMA guidelines, and identified six relevant RCTs with promising results concerning the benefits of reflexology in pediatric health care.]
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Ont. Coll. of Reflex
@profbisson · X

#Reflexology was found to be effective in infancy for reducing pain level and regulating heart rate, for increasing oxygen saturation, for relieving infantile colic symptoms, and neonatal abstinence symptoms. https://t.co/zNbA1jlR0i

May 24, 2020 · 53 followers View post →

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Ont. Coll. of Reflex
@profbisson · X

#Reflexology was found to be effective in infancy for reducing pain level and regulating heart rate, for increasing oxygen saturation, for relieving infantile colic symptoms, and neonatal abstinence symptoms. https://t.co/zNbA1jlR0i

May 24, 2020 · 53 followers View post →