Effectiveness of Distant/Remote Blessing Treatment on Cognitive-motor Function: A Randomized Double-blind...

Area of Science:

• Integrative and Complementary Medicine
• Neuroscience
• Energy Medicine

Background:

• Biofield therapies can be administered remotely or in-person.
• Limited research exists on the effectiveness of remote biofield energy/blessing therapy for cognitive and motor function enhancement in adults.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the impact of distant/remote blessing (biofield energy) therapy on cognitive and motor functions.
• To assess the efficacy of this therapy in adults experiencing self-reported neuropsychological impairments.

Main Methods:

• A randomized, double-blind clinical trial was conducted with 117 participants.
• Participants were divided into three groups: control, sham control, and blessing/biofield treatment.
• Cognitive and motor functions were evaluated using NIH Toolbox® at baseline, day 90, and day 180.

Main Results:

• The blessing treatment group showed significant improvements in language function, working memory, and episodic memory compared to control groups.
• Statistically significant enhancements were observed in locomotion, standing balance, dexterity, grip strength, and muscle endurance.
• No adverse effects were reported during the study period.

Conclusions:

• Distant/remote blessing/biofield energy therapy is a safe, non-invasive, and cost-effective intervention.
• The therapy effectively enhances cognitive-motor functions in adults with perceived neuropsychological impairments.