Acupressure as an antiemetic in cancer chemotherapy

Author(s): Lewith, G., Williams, C.

Abstract: Acupressure using Sea Bands was used as an anti-emetic in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. The study was a randomised, single blind, crossover study, comparing acupressure on the correct point (Pericardium 6) with an incorrect point on the ankle. The hypothesis to be tested was that acupressure over Pericardium 6 decreases nausea during the time patients actually receive chemotherapy.The conclusion demonstrated a highly significant difference between the correct and incorrect acupressure point. Those receiving wrist acupressure had significantly less sickness and nausea and their overall mood and condition was substantially better than those treated with the incorrect acupressure point. This was particularly noticeable in those receiving chemotherapy with a high emetic potential.

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