Purpose: Although there has been an increase in the use of CT (Complementary Therapy) in Europe, little is known about CT available in Italian hospices. The present study is aimed at assessing the diffusion and typologies of CT used to treat chronic pain in Italian hospices. METHODS. An online survey was e-mailed to a regional sample of 16 hospices, which included questions on common CT used to treat malignant or nonmalignant chronic pain, and the barriers to their utilization. Results: The response rate was 81%. Only 5 hospices (38%) offered CT with conventional treatment. Massage therapy was the most common type of CT used, followed by naturopathy, nurturing touch, hypnotherapy, guided imagery, and aromatherapy. Barriers to the delivery of CT included insufficient knowledge of CT by staff, limited knowledge, and lack of funding. Conclusions: Although limited to Lazio hospices, this survey shows a partial use of CT for the treatment of chronic pain, caused by economic and cultural barriers.

Scopo: Sebbene ci sia un incremento dell’utilizzo delle Terapie Complemntari (CT) in Europa, ancora è poco noto l’utilizzo di esse negli hospice italiani per il trattamento del dolore cronico. Questa indagine ha lo scopo di descrivere la diffusione delle CT e le loro diverse tipologie impiegate per il trattamento del dolore cronico nel setting assistenziale delle Cure Palliative. Metodi. È stata realizzata una indagine on-line su tutto il campione dei 16 hospices presenti nel territorio della Regione Lazio, utilizzando un questionario adattato e validato per descriverne utilizzo e barriere dell’uso delle CT per il trattamento del dolore cronico oncologico e benigno. Risultati: Il tasso di risposta è stato dell’ 81%. Solo 5 hospices (38%) offrono CT abbinati a trattamenti convenzionali. Il Massaggio è il più comune trattamento usato, seguito dalla Naturopatia, dal Nurturing Touch, l’Ipnosi, l’Immanginario guidato, e l’Aroma Terapia. Le barriere rilevate all’utilizzo delle CT includono insufficienti conoscenze sulle CT da parte del team assistenziale, e limitati fondi destinati all’implementazione di tali trattamenti.. Conclusioni: Anche se si strata di un campione esiguo di tutti gli hospices della Regione Lazio, questo studio rileva il parziale uso di CT per il trattamento del dolore cronico, dovuto per lo più a barriere culturali ed economiche. Parole Chiave: Terapie Complementarie, Cure Palliative, Hospice, Dolore Cronico, CAM, Non Farrmacologico

Latina R, Mastroianni C, Sansoni J, Piredda M, Casale G, D’Angelo D, et al. (2012). The Use of Complementary Therapies for Chronic Pain in Italian Hospices. PROFESSIONI INFERMIERISTICHE, 65(4), 244-250.

The Use of Complementary Therapies for Chronic Pain in Italian Hospices

Latina R
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2012-12-31

Abstract

Purpose: Although there has been an increase in the use of CT (Complementary Therapy) in Europe, little is known about CT available in Italian hospices. The present study is aimed at assessing the diffusion and typologies of CT used to treat chronic pain in Italian hospices. METHODS. An online survey was e-mailed to a regional sample of 16 hospices, which included questions on common CT used to treat malignant or nonmalignant chronic pain, and the barriers to their utilization. Results: The response rate was 81%. Only 5 hospices (38%) offered CT with conventional treatment. Massage therapy was the most common type of CT used, followed by naturopathy, nurturing touch, hypnotherapy, guided imagery, and aromatherapy. Barriers to the delivery of CT included insufficient knowledge of CT by staff, limited knowledge, and lack of funding. Conclusions: Although limited to Lazio hospices, this survey shows a partial use of CT for the treatment of chronic pain, caused by economic and cultural barriers.
31-dic-2012
Settore MED/45 - Scienze Infermieristiche Generali, Cliniche E Pediatriche
Latina R, Mastroianni C, Sansoni J, Piredda M, Casale G, D’Angelo D, et al. (2012). The Use of Complementary Therapies for Chronic Pain in Italian Hospices. PROFESSIONI INFERMIERISTICHE, 65(4), 244-250.
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