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{"title":"Management of the seasonal mood-sleep-fatigue symptom cluster in Parkinson's disease: Methodological insights from a cassia oil aromatherapy trial","authors":"Fei-Yi Zhao , Yan-Mei Wang , Qiang-Qiang Fu , Jia-Yi Zhu , Jie Qian","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103276","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103276","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103276"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145416171","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":"Integrative medicine consults in a pediatric hospital: A case series","authors":"Ila Kaul ,&nbsp;Ken Busby ,&nbsp;Ann Ming Yeh","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103259","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103259","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pediatric integrative medicine (PIM) is a holistic approach to health care that combines conventional pediatric treatments with evidence-based complementary therapies to support the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of children and their caretakers. It encompasses a wide range of modalities, including acupuncture, massage therapy, mindfulness, guided imagery, and nutritional counseling, tailored to meet the developmental and medical needs of pediatric patients. The goal of PIM is to support treatment by integrating family values, lifestyle, and stress management into care plans through different therapies. In this report, the existing literature of pediatric inpatient integrative medicine interventions is reviewed, and three patient case studies illustrate the impact of a pilot integrative medicine consultation service in a tertiary care children’s hospital. These cases will reflect integrative medicine modalities to provide non-pharmacologic symptom management through approaches such as massage, acupressure, clinical hypnosis, guided imagery, and breathing techniques.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103259"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145049006","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":"Masthead page","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/S1550-8307(25)00187-9","DOIUrl":"10.1016/S1550-8307(25)00187-9","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103296"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145736565","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":"Whole person symptom management: Adapting a palliative care approach across patient populations","authors":"Mary Koithan ,&nbsp;Lisa Taylor-Swanson","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103244","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103244","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103244"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144996748","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 effect of acupressure applied before cystectomy on preoperative anxiety and hemodynamic parameters: Randomized controlled trial","authors":"Tuğba ÇAM Yanik (Assistant Professor) ,&nbsp;Zeliha Yaman (Assistant Professor) ,&nbsp;Gülay Altun Ugras (Professor) ,&nbsp;Mualla Yilmaz (Professor) ,&nbsp;Naciye Balbay (Nurse) ,&nbsp;Dr Galip Bal (Doctor)","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103239","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103239","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Patients may experience anxiety before cystectomy due to surgical intervention, which may negatively affect their hemodynamic parameters. This study aimed to determine the effect of acupressure on anxiety and hemodynamic parameters in patients undergoing cystectomy.</div></div><div><h3>Material and Method</h3><div>This single center, prospective, two-arm (1:1), single-blind, randomized controlled trial included 52 patients scheduled for cystectomy. The randomly assigned acupressure group (n = 26) received acupressure at HT7, LI4 and EX-NH3 points for an average of 13 minutes half an hour before surgery, while the sham acupressure group (n = 26) received lighter acupressure at points 1.5 cm away from the same points. Data were collected before and immediately after 10, 20, and 30 minutes of acupressure application using the Visual Analog Scale-Anxiety. The first Clinical Trials registration (NCT05325307) of the study was received on 04.05.2022 before data collection.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>In the study, the patients’ anxiety levels before cystectomy were 4.92 ± 1.16 in the acupressure group and 5.35 ± 1.60 in the sham acupressure group. Comparing the two groups revealed no difference between their anxiety levels before the application; however, the anxiety level of the acupressure group was lower than that of the sham acupressure group immediately after the application and 10, 20, and 30 minutes after the application. Additionally, the RR was significantly lower in the acupressure group immediately after the application and at 10 minutes, but other parameters (SBP, DBP, HR, and SpO₂) were not affected compared to the sham acupressure group.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The study showed that acupressure was an effective method for nursing practicing in reducing the anxiety level and affected only the RR among the hemodynamic parameters.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103239"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144880358","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":"Case reports of acupuncturists and massage therapists at Mayo Clinic: New allies in expediting patient diagnoses","authors":"Jennifer L. Hauschulz ,&nbsp;Juan Yang ,&nbsp;Alexander Do ,&nbsp;Jason J. Calva ,&nbsp;Sara E. Bublitz ,&nbsp;Jacinto C. Orozco-Street ,&nbsp;Liza J. Dion ,&nbsp;Michael R. Mueller ,&nbsp;Brent A. Bauer","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103237","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103237","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Massage therapists (MTs) and licensed acupuncturists (LAcs) are increasingly embedded within interdisciplinary care teams in both inpatient and outpatient settings. While not traditionally viewed as diagnostic providers, their extended, hands-on interactions with patients enable them to observe subtle physical and behavioral changes that may support early clinical recognition of underlying health issues.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>To present a case series in which MTs and LAcs identified abnormal clinical findings during routine care, prompting timely referrals that led to new or expedited diagnoses.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Seven patient cases were retrospectively reviewed in which observations made by MTs and LAcs—such as localized swelling, tissue changes, or unexplained symptoms—led to further medical evaluation and diagnosis. Each case illustrates the value of sustained patient contact, therapeutic rapport, and clear interdisciplinary communication, supported by structured documentation and referral protocols.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>In all seven cases, the MTs and LAcs played a pivotal role in accelerating clinical evaluation. Their observations contributed to the identification of conditions ranging from cellulitis, pneumonia, and melanoma to complex diagnoses such as multiple myeloma and arterial occlusion. Effective collaboration with nursing and physician teams through electronic medicine record documentation, internal messaging, and direct paging enabled appropriate and timely escalation of care</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>MTs and LAcs, while practicing within their professional scope, can enhance diagnostic awareness through careful observation and patient-centered communication. When supported by institutional infrastructure and interdisciplinary trust, these providers serve as valuable contributors to early detection and care coordination. This case series underscores the importance of formally integrating integrative health practitioners into diagnostic workflows to improve patient outcomes and safety.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103237"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144858137","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":"Rethinking communication and consciousness: Lessons from the telepathy tapes podcast","authors":"Marina Weiler ,&nbsp;Marjorie Woollacott","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103271","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103271","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In late 2024, The Telepathy Tapes podcast ignited global debate by spotlighting nonspeaking autistic individuals who appeared to convey knowledge beyond ordinary sensory channels. For some, the series offered overdue recognition of nonspeakers’ intelligence and agency; for others, it represented a revival of the discredited practice of Facilitated Communication. This controversy reflects deeper cultural and scientific assumptions: nonspeakers have long been misclassified as profoundly intellectually disabled, with their lack of speech equated with a lack of thought. Yet emerging evidence increasingly challenges this deficit model, with recent empirical findings supporting authorship and intentionality. At the same time, anecdotal reports of anomalous—potentially telepathic—communication, though contentious, warrant consideration in light of prior parapsychological research. We contend that The Telepathy Tapes marks a cultural turning point, compelling a reassessment of entrenched scientific frameworks and ethical stances toward nonspeakers. We advocate that the podcast should be considered a filmmaker’s curious exploration of the phenomenon, which will engender the curiosity of scientists to move forward with carefully controlled experiments. Moving forward, a less stigmatized and more open-minded approach is needed—one that recognizes carefully documented anecdotes as valuable starting points for rigorous empirical inquiry.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103271"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145490826","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 spiraling decline of American healthcare, its politicization, and the failure of the illness profit system","authors":"Stephan A. Schwartz","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103246","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103246","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103246"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145049003","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":"Clinical efficacy of Guishao Shengxue decoction in the treatment of pediatric immune thrombocytopenia: A randomized controlled trial","authors":"Wei Wang ,&nbsp;Xiaofei Xie ,&nbsp;Shengtao Cui ,&nbsp;Lin Xue","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103277","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103277","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Current treatments for pediatric immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) are effective but often associated with significant side effects, highlighting the need for safer and more sustainable alternatives. The objective of this study is to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of Guishao Shengxue Decoction (GSD) as a complementary therapy for ITP, aiming to provide a safer and more sustainable alternative to conventional treatments.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>In this randomized, double-blind study, 42 children with persistent or chronic ITP were enrolled and allocated equally to treatment or control groups. The treatment group received GSD combined with conventional therapy, while the control group received a placebo combined with conventional therapy for six months. Efficacy outcomes included platelet parameters, immune and hematological markers, and safety evaluations.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The treatment group demonstrated higher complete response (33.33% vs. 14.29%), overall response rate (95.24% vs. 71.43%), and durable response (95.24% vs. 80.95%) compared to the control group. Platelet indices and hematological parameters improved significantly in the treatment group, along with reduced platelet-associated immunoglobulins and better immune modulation.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>GSD enhances clinical outcomes, supports platelet recovery, and modulates immune function in pediatric ITP, offering a safe and effective adjunct to conventional therapy.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103277"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145497220","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":"Effect of self-acupressure on fatigue and sleep quality in patients with multiple sclerosis: A randomized controlled trial","authors":"Gülden Atan","doi":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103266","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.explore.2025.103266","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study aimed to assess the efficacy of self-acupressure in alleviating fatigue and enhancing sleep quality among individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>In our randomized controlled study, participants in the intervention group were instructed to administer self-acupressure on two specific sites. Patients were directed to administer the therapy to the specified two sites biweekly in the morning, at least one hour after breakfast, for a duration of 4 weeks, culminating in a total of 8 sessions. No intervention occurred in the control group during this study. Data were gathered utilizing the Patient Introductory Information Form, the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), and the Richards-Campbell Sleep Questionnaire (RCSQ).</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The study comprised twenty-four individuals with multiple sclerosis in each group, comprising fourteen women in the intervention group and thirteen women in the control group. Subsequent to the intervention, the intervention group demonstrated a statistically significant decrease in total FSS scores compared to the control group (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.001; <em>d</em> = 1.68), although total RCSQ scores revealed a substantial gain (<em>p</em> &lt; 0.001; <em>d</em> = 1.65).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Self-acupressure was proven to reduce fatigue levels and improve sleep quality in adults with multiple sclerosis. In conclusion, self-acupressure is an accessible, cost-effective, and efficacious technique for alleviating fatigue and enhancing sleep quality in patients with multiple sclerosis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":50459,"journal":{"name":"Explore-The Journal of Science and Healing","volume":"21 6","pages":"Article 103266"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145416168","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}