OA09.03. Stress reduction using massage in cardiac surgery patients
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Purpose The primary aim of the study was to determine the effects of massage therapy, delivered to post-surgery cardiothoracic patients, on pain, anxiety, relaxation and muscular tension at two different time points and compare it to an equivalent period of rest time. The secondary aims were to explore the effects of massage on heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure, feasibility of treatment delivery in a busy ward and staff acceptance of the new therapy and therapists.
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