scholarly journals Effect of moderate running training and Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) on immune system and quality of life in women with breast cancer receiving aromatase inhibitors

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Johannes F Mattes
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Immune System ◽  
Aromatase Inhibitors ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Running Training ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

scholarly journals A Large Randomized Trial: Effects of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) for Breast Cancer (BC) Survivors on Salivary Cortisol and IL-6

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cecile A. Lengacher ◽  
Richard R. Reich ◽  
Carly L. Paterson ◽  
Melissa Shelton ◽  
Steve Shivers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Salivary Cortisol ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Signed Rank ◽  
Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test ◽  
Signed Rank Test ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

Breast cancer survivors (BCS) often experience psychological and physiological symptoms after cancer treatment. Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), a complementary and alternative therapy, has reduced subjective measures of stress, anxiety, and fatigue among BCS. Little is known, however, about how MBSR affects objective markers of stress, specifically the stress hormone cortisol and the pro-inflammatory cytokine interleukin-6 (IL-6). In the present study, BCS ( N = 322) were randomly assigned to a 6-week MBSR program for BC or usual-care control. Measurements of cortisol, IL-6, symptoms, and quality of life were obtained at orientation and 6 weeks. Cortisol and IL-6 were also measured prior to and after the MBSR(BC) class Weeks 1 and 6. The mean age of participants was 56.6 years and 69.4% were White non-Hispanic. Most had Stage I (33.8%) or II (35.7%) BC, and 35.7% had received chemotherapy and radiation. Cortisol levels were reduced immediately following MBSR(BC) class compared to before the class Weeks 1 and 6 (Wilcoxon-signed rank test; p < .01, d = .52–.56). IL-6 was significantly reduced from pre- to postclass at Week 6 (Wilcoxon-signed rank test; p < .01, d = .21). No differences were observed between the MBSR(BC) and control groups from baseline to Week 6 using linear mixed models. Significant relationships with small effect sizes were observed between IL-6 and both symptoms and quality of life in both groups. Results support the use of MBSR(BC) to reduce salivary cortisol and IL-6 levels in the short term in BCS.

scholarly journals Complementary Therapies as a Strategy to Reduce Stress and Stimulate Immunity of Women With Breast Cancer

2019 ◽  
Vol 24 ◽  
pp. 2515690X1983416 ◽  
Author(s):  
Camila Aparecida Abrahão ◽  
Emiliana Bomfim ◽  
Luís Carlos Lopes-Júnior ◽  
Gabriela Pereira-da-Silva
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Immune Response ◽  
Immune System ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Complementary Therapies ◽  
Supporting Evidence ◽  
Therapeutic Benefits

The stress associated with cancer development leads to disturbances in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and suppresses important facets of the immune response. The use of complementary therapies in the treatment of women with breast cancer has demonstrated therapeutic benefits that entail improvements in the patients’ quality of life. The objective of this article is to present evidence on the use of complementary therapies as a stress reduction strategy and on its stimulating effects on the immune system of women with breast cancer. This is a reflexive updating article that will support the health professionals’ understanding on the use of complementary therapies in breast cancer care. The use of complementary therapies in the treatment of women with breast cancer has significantly improved these subjects’ stress, depression, fatigue, anxiety, and, consequently, their quality of life, as well as their immune response, which is mainly illustrated by the increased number and cytotoxic activity of natural killer cells. Clinicians, health professionals, and patients need to be cautious about using complementary therapies and fully understand the real benefits and risks associated with each therapy. Little or no supporting evidence is available to clarify the effects on the immune system of women with breast cancer, and the consequent therapeutic benefits obtained through the use of these practices.

scholarly journals Effect of mindfulness based stress reduction on immune function, quality of life and coping in women newly diagnosed with early stage breast cancer

2008 ◽  
Vol 22 (6) ◽  
pp. 969-981 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda Witek-Janusek ◽  
Kevin Albuquerque ◽  
Karen Rambo Chroniak ◽  
Christopher Chroniak ◽  
Ramon Durazo-Arvizu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Immune Function ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Early Stage ◽  
Early Stage Breast Cancer ◽  
Newly Diagnosed ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
And Coping

scholarly journals Impact of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction on Female Sexual Function and Mental Health in Patients with Breast Cancer

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yun-Chen Chang ◽  
Gen-Min Lin ◽  
Tzu-Lin Yeh ◽  
Yuh‑Ming Chang ◽  
Chun-Yin Yeh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Sexual Function ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Sexual Desire ◽  
Female Sexual Function ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
The Impact

Abstract PurposeThere have been few studies using mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) to improve sexual function in Asian women with breast cancer. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of mindfulness intervention on female sexual function, mental health and quality of life in patients with breast cancer.MethodsFifty-one women with breast cancer were allocated into 6-week MBSR (n=26) session or usual care (n=25), without differences in group characteristics. The research tools included the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales-21 (DASS-21), and the EuroQol instrument (EQ-5D). The Greene Climacteric Scale (GCS) was used to verify the foregoing scale. The effects of MBSR were evaluated by the differences between the post- and pre-intervention score in each scale. Statistical analyses consisted of descriptive dataset and Mann-Whitney ranked-pairs test.ResultsAlthough MBSR did not significantly improve sexual desire and depression in patients with breast cancer, MBSR could improve parts of female sexual function [i.e. Δarousal: 5.73 vs. -5.96, Δlubrication: 3.35 vs. -3.48, and Δsatisfaction: 8.48 vs. 1.76; all p <.005] assessed by the FSFI, and mental health [Δanxiety: -10.92 vs.11.36 and Δstress: -10.96 vs.11.40; both p <.001] assessed by the DASS-21.ConclusionOur study revealed that MBSR can improve female sexual function and mental health except sexual desire and depression in women with breast cancer. Medical staffs can incorporate MBSR into clinical health education for patients with breast cancer to promote their overall quality of life.

Mindfulness-based stress reduction for people with chronic diseases

2010 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Monika Merkes
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Multiple Chemical Sensitivity ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Original Research ◽  
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction ◽  
The Impact

Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is a structured group program that uses mindfulness meditation to improve well-being and alleviate suffering. This article reviews the impact of MBSR for people with chronic diseases. The review includes original research that was published in English and peer-reviewed and reported outcomes for adults with chronic diseases who had participated in an MBSR program. Fifteen studies were identified. Outcomes related to mental and physical health, well-being, and quality of life. The studies included different research designs, and used self-report and physiological outcome measures. Participants’ clinical diagnoses included fibromyalgia, chronic pain, rheumatoid arthritis, type 2 diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivity, and cardiovascular diagnoses. All 15 studies found that participation in an MBSR program resulted in improvements. No negative change was reported between baseline and follow up. Outcomes in regard to specific variables were difficult to compare and equivocal. Overall, positive change predominated. Chronic diseases are associated with a range of unwelcome psychological and physical consequences. Participation in an MBSR program is likely to result in coping better with symptoms, improved overall well-being and quality of life, and enhanced health outcomes. As an adjunct to standard care, MBSR has potential for much wider application in Australian primary care settings.

scholarly journals Manfaat Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) sebagai intervensi keperawatan dalam meningkatkan Quality of Life (QOL) wanita kanker payudara yang menjalani kemoterapi

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anastasia Diah Larasati ◽  
Anggorowati Anggorowati ◽  
Andrew Johan
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Stress Reduction ◽  
Muscle Relaxation ◽  
Epidemiological Data ◽  
Review Literature ◽  
Progressive Muscle Relaxation ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Patient Will

Based on epidemiological data, the incidence recorded globally by theInternational Agency for Research On Cancer (IARC) in 2012, as many as 43.3women had breast cancer. The patient will undergoing chemotherapy andexperience various disturbing symptoms. Various complaints can affect QOL.One of the therapies recommended by the journal Oncology Nursing is thetherapy of Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR).Objective: To find out the benefits of PMR as one of the nursing interventions indealing with the quality of life for women Ca. Mammae is undergoingchemotherapyThe method used in this paper is a review literature study. Databases used insource search are CINAHL, PubMed, Science Direct, and Medline. The criterionof inclusion in literature search is the year of article publishing starting in 2010until 2018, and the English full article. Search keywords are Progressive MuscleRelaxation, breast cancer, quality of life and chemotherapy. Literature analysisuses PICOT (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, and Time).Based on the analysis found 5 themes, namely the quality of life characteristicsof patients undergoing chemotherapy, PMR as a relaxation therapy, PMR as apsychological stress reduction intervention, PMR as an intervention to increasemuscle metabolism, and PMR as a pain reduction intervention.Patients who undergoing chemotherapy will experience a decrease in QOL. PMRis a recommended intervention to improve patient QOL.

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