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[Zone therapy and asthma].

Thor Brygge1, John Hilligsøe Heinig, Philippa Collins

  • 1H:S Rigshospitalet, allergiklinikken, ortopaedkirurgisk afdeling, Københavns Universitet, Biostatistisk Afdeling og øjenpatologisk Institut. thorbrygge@dadlnet.dk

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|May 25, 2002
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Reflexology did not show specific benefits for asthma patients beyond a placebo effect. While some subjective improvements were noted, objective lung function tests remained unchanged in this controlled trial.

Area of Science:

  • Integrative Medicine
  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Clinical Trials

Background:

  • Asthma patients frequently explore alternative and complementary therapies.
  • Reflexology is one such modality gaining attention.
  • The efficacy of reflexology for bronchial asthma requires scientific investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of reflexology as a treatment for bronchial asthma.
  • To compare active reflexology against a placebo intervention.
  • To assess the impact of reflexology on asthma symptoms and lung function.

Main Methods:

  • A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial involving 40 asthma patients.
  • Participants received either active or simulated reflexology for ten weeks.

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  • Objective lung function tests and subjective symptom scores were recorded.

    • Main Results:

    • No significant changes were observed in objective lung function tests.
    • Both active and placebo reflexology groups reported improved subjective scores and bronchial sensitivity.
    • A supplementary analysis of symptom diaries indicated a trend favoring reflexology, possibly influenced by subconscious un-blinding.

    Conclusions:

    • The study found no specific therapeutic effect of reflexology for asthma.
    • Observed improvements appear attributable to a placebo effect rather than a direct physiological impact.
    • Further research may be needed to understand the psychological or placebo mechanisms involved.