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How effective is the PSYMEPHY program compared to standard pharmacologic care for fibromyalgia?

In 2012, the study conducted by Martín, et. al., aimed to evaluate the long-term effectiveness of a 6-week interdisciplinary treatment program for fibromyalgia (FM) called PSYMEPHY, which integrates psychological, medical, educational, and physiotherapeutic components. The research compared this comprehensive approach to standard pharmacologic care. The trial included 153 outpatients with FM from a hospital pain management unit, who were randomly assigned to either the experimental … Continue reading How effective is the PSYMEPHY program compared to standard pharmacologic care for fibromyalgia?

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Is a 4-week Qigong intervention effective in reducing stress and anger while enhancing quality of life among koreans?

In 2013, Hwang, et. al., conducted the study on Mind-body exercises, such as Qigong, have gained attention as potential interventions for alleviating distress in various populations. In Korea, where distressed individuals are prevalent, investigating the effectiveness of Qigong techniques becomes imperative. In a recent study, researchers examined the impact of a brief Qigong-based stress reduction program (BQSRP) on perceived stress, anxiety, anger syndrome (“Hwa-Byung”), and … Continue reading Is a 4-week Qigong intervention effective in reducing stress and anger while enhancing quality of life among koreans?

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