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{"title":"Understanding the impact of COVID-19 on yoga instruction: Examining teaching methodology, class components, and injury patterns in the Northeastern US.","authors":"SoJung Kim, June Solow, Donald H Lein, Harshvardhan Singh","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103079","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.explore.2024.103079","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This study aimed to examine the impact of COVID-19 on the perspectives of yoga instructors (YIs) regarding teaching methodology, class components, and yoga-related injuries among their clients DESIGN: A cross-sectional design in this study.</p><p><strong>Setting: </strong>A total of 407 YIs from Northeastern United States completed a customized, web-based survey.</p><p><strong>Main outcome measures: </strong>Chi-square tests were carried out to determine changes in yoga teaching format before and during the pandemic, as well as the counts of yoga related injuries between face-to-face (FtoF) and online teaching format. Independent t tests were used to compare the characteristics of yoga teaching elements.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>During the pandemic, 47 % of YIs adopted online teaching, followed by a mixed (45.9 %) format and FtoF (7.1 %) instruction. Both online and FtoF classes showed similar trends, with most reporting class sizes of 4-6, followed by 7-9 and then 1-3 students. Regardless of the teaching format, most YIs performed sun salutations and practiced mixed yoga styles. Among the YIs teaching yoga online, 84.6 % expressed their willingness to continue offering online classes post-pandemic and perceived the quality of online yoga teaching as high. Importantly, the number of injuries was low, and there were no significant differences in injury counts between FtoF (3.6 %) and online (4.2 %) teaching formats (p > 0.05). The most common injury in all forms of teaching yoga was a sprain/strain (42.9 %).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>These findings could inform the development of research studies to examine the long-term feasibility and effectiveness of delivering online yoga since short-term benefits, safety, and YI acceptance appear favorable.</p>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-11-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142607402","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Ancestral healing rituals and the significance of Taky Samy in andean spirituality","authors":"Shairy Quimbo ,&nbsp;Lorena de la Torre Parra","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103075","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103075","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Ñukami Taky Samy ñan kani, Taky Samy shimika ñukapak Ñawpa Kichwa shimimi kan, Taky nishpaka ñuka kikin shimiwan takini, takinakunawanpash takini, wiwakunapash, pishkukunapash, takinkunami, Samy, ushay samy, kawsay samy, shinchi samy, jampi samy. Takysamywanka nanaykunata, llakikunata, piñaykunata jampita ushanchik, ñukanchipak allpa kamashkata jampinata ushanchik, llaki kawsayta, wakcha kawsaytapash jampita ushanchik. Taky Samytak takipashunchik, jukipushunchik, arawishunchik, tushushunchik, willkarishunchik. Kari Karilla, wawakuna, wambrakuna, kuitrsakuna wiñarishunchik, mushukyashunchik. Taky Samywanmi, ñukanchik wawakunatak shutichipashunchik, warachipashunchik, sawachipashunchik, Hawa pachaman Wantiyayta takishpa, muyushpa tikrapashunchik, allpa mamaman willkapashunchik, Inti Raymipik Tushupashunchik, chashnami tsirwikunawan, Manka shimikunawan, sampoñakunawan, pallakunawan, kuntur pinkullukunawan, wankarkunawan, tuntullikunawan, tinyakunawan, kenakunawan, churukunawan, kipakunawan, chillchillkunawan kuyaylla, munaylla, kushilla, punchalla kawsana kapanchik kay mushuk pachapi, tukuilla pachamamawan mushukyaspa kawsapashunchik. shina kachun tukuy llactakunamanta runakuna.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Taky Samy is an ancestral Andean healing practice of our physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and auric bodies. Taky Samy practices connect us with plants, animals, birds and Mother Earth, through the language of instruments made of ceramic, bamboo, deer, and condor feathers and bones. These practices are guided by the sacred word of prayer, mantras and songs that connect with the Great Ordering Spirit Pachakamak, and the Great Mystery Tunupa Tixi Wirakocha, so that we can return to the order of life in harmony with all the beings of Mother Earth. Mother Earth has her order and that order guides all the activities of our lives. This order is represented in the cycles of the cultivation of our crops: corn in the first order, accompanied by potatoes, beans, quinua, chochos, pumpkins, and so on. Mother Earth cycles lead all Raymi and Andean rituals and festive celebrations, such as the solar dances that are accompanied by corn chicha, this includes the practice of Taky Samy ceremonies, music and dances. Taky Samy is more than musical therapy, it is harmony of life. Its therapeutic attributes and sacred language can heal an array of ailments and can also prevent adverse personal and family situations. Taky Samy celebrates social harmony and wards off illnesses and bad luck. It ultimately connects society with the Buen Vivir or Good Living, the Sumak Kawsay, which is a legacy of our Andean ancestors. This paper touches on the origins, purpose and practices of Taky Samy as important elements of the tapestry of ancestral Andean healing rituals. It focuses on Tayta Shairy Quimbo's (this paper's first author) Taky Samy path and practices. Taky Samy sacred instruments and spaces, as well as healing word and practices, connect us with spiritual worlds,","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142570136","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Nonlocal Mind: Curing the Fear of Death","authors":"Barry Cottrell","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103074","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103074","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The aim of this article is to critique the contemporary scientific reduction of mind to brain, a dogma which is shown to be philosophically unsound and empirically unproven. The world of physical phenomena is understood to be encompassed by other subtle transphysical worlds accessed after death of the physical body.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142554818","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effective treatment of refractory oral ulcers using a compound Chinese herbal mouthwash: A report of two cases","authors":"Na Lin,&nbsp;Yan Zhang,&nbsp;Qiao ding Dai,&nbsp;Li-ping Xu","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103073","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103073","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Oral ulcers are a prevalent oral mucosal disorder, characterized by benignancy and self-limiting progression. However, a subset of these ulcers exhibits resistance to conventional therapeutic interventions, necessitating alternative treatment strategies. In this study, we present two cases of refractory oral ulcers that demonstrated limited responsiveness to standard treatments but achieved significant therapeutic benefits following the application of a compound Chinese herbal mouthwash. Case 1 involved a 60-year-old female patient diagnosed with Behçet's syndrome. Initial treatment with glucocorticoids and immunosuppressants yielded limited improvement in her oral ulcers; however, combination therapy involving the Chinese herbal mouthwash resulted in significant improvement and complete healing after a 2-week period. Case 2 presented a 48-year-old female patient with chronic tongue ulceration pain persisting for one year without any detectable systemic etiology. Despite receiving oral vitamin supplementation and local analgesic jelly, her symptoms remained unalleviated. A 3-week treatment regimen involving the administration of the Chinese herbal mouthwash in conjunction with thalidomide led to the complete resolution of her oral ulcers. The findings from this study suggest that the compound Chinese herbal mouthwash may serve as an adjuvant therapeutic approach for managing chronic oral ulcers that are resistant to conventional treatment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142442828","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The role of mind-body interventions in traumatised refugees’ primary care: A qualitative exploration of professionals’ experiences in a dedicated programme in Geneva","authors":"Caterina Incagli ,&nbsp;Nora Sommer ,&nbsp;Sophie Durieux-Paillard ,&nbsp;Eva P. Rocillo Aréchaga ,&nbsp;Aymeric Reyre","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103072","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103072","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Post-traumatic physical and psychological symptoms are pervasive among refugees. Primary care staff face numerous challenges and often seek innovative ways of addressing their refugee patients’ physical and mental health needs. A nascent body of literature suggests that mind-body interventions (MBIs<span><span>¹</span></span>) have a positive effect on post-traumatic symptoms in this population. But the quality of evidence is still poor, and little is known about the role MBI could play in the primary care of refugees. Following the implementation of two different kinds of MBI in a dedicated primary care unit, this study aimed to explore staff members’ perceptions and prescribing habits for MBI. Given the paucity of information about this topic, we used a qualitative design combining ethnography and discourse analysis providing in-depth insight into professionals’ experiences of MBI. Data collected over five-months of non-participative observation and the transcription of twelve interviews were analysed following the Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis method (IPA) yielding four main results: (1) Generally poor initial understanding of MBI; (2) A variety of conditions and situations where MBIs appeared acceptable and helpful; (3) A persistent lack of experience and knowledge about the indications for MBI, hindering prescription; (4) The importance of articulating MBIs with mental health services. These results, in the light of the existing literature, suggest that stronger evidence for MBI efficacy for refugees is required, a key to improving professionals’ understanding of MBI, providing them with explicit prescription criteria, and encouraging stakeholders to implement these innovative interventions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142442829","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Utilization of traditional Chinese medicine in the management of cutaneous ulceration induced by cervical lymph node metastasis in tonsillar carcinoma: A case report","authors":"Suying Guo ,&nbsp;Xinyu Yan ,&nbsp;Yaqin Wang,&nbsp;Jinshuai Han,&nbsp;Jingyi Zhao,&nbsp;Shaoting Huang,&nbsp;Junge Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103071","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103071","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Cutaneous ulcers induced by metastasis present a challenging clinical issue, often resistant to conventional dressing change interventions. In this case, we demonstrates the efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in managing ruptured tumors.</div></div><div><h3>Case presentation</h3><div>We present a case study of a 40-year-old Chinese male patient diagnosed with advanced tonsillar squamous cell carcinoma with cervical lymph node metastasis and cutaneous ulceration. Despite nearly six months of conventional dressing treatment yielding minimal improvement, significant healing of the ulcerated surface of the neck metastasis was observed after approximately two months of decoction therapy. The cancerous lesion exhibited a reduction of nearly 90 %, with concomitant alleviation of secondly symptoms such as cold intolerance, excessive sweating, anxiety and depression.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>In this case, we introduces Traditional Chinese Medicine may be an effective alternative therapy for the treatment of cancer-related disease. And it may also be an optional therapeutic approach for healthcare practitioners with cutaneous carcinoma ulceration.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142442375","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The effect of different essential oils used in stoma bags of individuals with colostomy remooval of odor, life satisfaction and effect on stoma fit: Randomized controlled study","authors":"Dudu Alptekin ,&nbsp;Sevban Arslan","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103065","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103065","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>The aim of the research was conducted as a randomized controlled interventional study to determine the effect of lavender/mint essential oils placed in stoma bags on odor removal, life satisfaction and stoma compliance in individuals with colostomy.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>The research population is patients with permanent colostomy registered in a university hospital's stoma therapy unit. The sample consisted of 60 (20 lavender oil, 20 peppermint oil, 20 control group) patients who met the sampling criteria and voluntarily agreed to participate in the study. In the evaluation of the data the 'Numerical Evaluation Scale' (NES), the 'Satisfaction with Life Scale (SLS), and the 'Ostomy Adjustment Scale' (OAS-23) were used.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The lavender oil and peppermint oil groups had lower mean odor intensity, mean scores, higher life satisfaction, and stoma compliance scores than the control group. A statistically significant difference was found between the groups (p&lt;0.05). In comparisons made within the groups, statistically, significant differences were found in the mean scores of odor intensity level, life satisfaction, and stoma compliance after the process (p&lt;0.05).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>It was determined that lavender/peppermint oil placed in the stoma bag in patients with colostomy decreased the level of odor intensity, and increased life satisfaction, and stoma compliance. The trial was registered in the Clinical Trial (ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05716711</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142442830","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Indigenous knowledge and sugar sweetened beverages: Qualitative adaptations towards chronic disease prevention and intervention","authors":"Emily Haozous ,&nbsp;Karen Yeary ,&nbsp;Will Maybee ,&nbsp;Corinne Porter ,&nbsp;Jamie Zoellner ,&nbsp;Brad John ,&nbsp;Whitney Ann E. Henry ,&nbsp;Rodney C. Haring","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103066","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103066","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Sugar sweetened beverages (SSB) are a concern for Indigenous populations and are associated with multiple chronic diseases. To address this concern, we culturally tailored and tested the feasibility of an evidence-based SSB-reducing curriculum. The modified curriculum was designed for Indigenous men and is thematically based on traditional values, ancestral teachings, and community strengths while promoting healthy lifestyles. A community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach was used to develop an interview guide using an Indigenous-centered theoretical framework. Two Indigenous content experts conducted both individual and focus group interviews (<em>n</em> = 14) with urban community leaders and athletes. Two Indigenous qualitative scientists analyzed the data with the support of an inter-tribal community advisory board. Results included imagery utilization, the importance of water, marketing, taste, and building routine. These findings guided the development of 6-month Indigenous focused SSB intervention consisting of 12 in-person intervention sessions and 27 short messaging service (SMS) messages.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142442831","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The effect of reiki and acupressure on pain, anxiety and vital signs during femoral sheath removal in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention: A randomized controlled study","authors":"Abdullah Avcı ,&nbsp;Meral Gün","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103070","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103070","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study was conducted to determine the effect of reiki and acupressure on pain, anxiety, and vital signs during femoral sheath removal in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>The study, which was conducted as a prospective randomized controlled study, was carried out with 84 patients: reiki group (<em>n =</em> 28), acupressure group (<em>n =</em> 28), and control group (<em>n =</em> 28). Twenty minutes before the femoral catheter was extracted, 18 minutes of reiki was applied to the seven chakra regions in the reiki group, and 20 minutes of acupressure was applied to the LI4, HT7, and PC6 points in the acupressure group. The control group received standard care. All three groups were given the assessment with Visual Analog Scale, Spielberger State Anxiety Scale, and 5 minutes before &amp; 5 minutes after sheath removal and vital sign data also collected at these time points.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>After the intervention, it was determined that the pain and anxiety scores of both the reiki and acupressure groups were significantly lower than the pain and anxiety scores of the control group (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.05). In addition, heart rate and respiratory rates were significantly lower than the control groups in the measurements made after the intervention of both reiki and acupressure groups (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.05). Systolic and diastolic blood pressures after acupressure, but not after reiki, were significantly lower compared to the control group.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>According to the results of the study, reiki and acupressure applied before the removal of the femoral sheath after percutaneous coronary intervention reduce pain and anxiety and improve vital signs to some extent.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142434384","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Enhancement of perceptual and cognitive functions in near-death experience: A perspective from embodiment theories","authors":"Omid Khatin-Zadeh ,&nbsp;Zahra Eskandari ,&nbsp;Danyal Farsani ,&nbsp;Hassan Banaruee","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103069","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2024.103069","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The phenomenon of near-death experience (NDE) is attracting a growing attention among researchers of various fields. In this study, we looked at NDE from a cognitive perspective to find out how NDE events are embodied when people recall and describe them. We examined the descriptions of a group of people talking about what they had experienced in the state of NDE. Based on the gesture-as-simulated-action theory, we assumed that co-speech gestures occurring when people were talking about their experiences were physical realizations of mentally-simulated events. The results showed that the number of iconic and metaphoric gestures occurring with expressions referring to NDE events was significantly larger than those occurred with expressions referring to ordinary events. Based on these results, we suggest that embodied memory for NDE events is stronger than embodied memory for ordinary non-NDE events. NDE events are perceived, recalled, and embodied by strong activation of sensorimotor systems in a state of perceptual and cognitive enhancement, although sensorimotor systems seem to be unresponsive to sensory stimuli during NDE. Finally, based on theories of embodied cognition, we conclude that the enhancement of cognitive functions that takes place in the state of NDE is the result of enhancement in perceptual functions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142376271","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}