Patient experiences and outcomes in a virtual healing setting: A feasibility study

Area of Science:

• Complementary and Alternative Medicine
• Psychology
• Sound Therapy

Background:

• Anxiety disorders are prevalent, impacting millions globally.
• The COVID-19 pandemic increased demand for remote health interventions.
• Biofield Tuning (BT) is a complementary therapy using sound waves to address physical and emotional well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the lived experiences of participants with anxiety undergoing distance Biofield Tuning (BT) sessions.
• To identify spontaneously reported outcomes from virtual BT interventions.
• To understand the impact of remote sound healing on anxiety and overall life context.

Main Methods:

• A single-arm, pilot feasibility study utilizing modified grounded theory.
• Standardized, open-ended qualitative interviews (30-minute) were conducted post-intervention.
• Data analysis involved inductive and iterative thematic identification by two researchers.

Main Results:

• Participants reported unexpected physical sensations and accurate healer perceptions during sessions.
• Positive shifts in self-perception and environmental awareness were commonly reported.
• Participants described enhanced interpersonal interactions and reduced reactivity to triggers.

Conclusions:

• Distance Biofield Tuning (BT) offers a novel approach for managing anxiety symptoms.
• The qualitative insights highlight the potential of virtual sound healing modalities.
• Further research is warranted to explore the efficacy and mechanisms of remote BT.