Effects of foot reflexology on insomnia in patients with major depressive disorder
- Author:
Wetid Pratoomsri
;
Kuntalee Jariyaprayuklert
;
Rodjana Poonnnotok
;
Napaporn Aeamla-O
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
foot reflexology, major depressive disorder, insomnia
- From:ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
2008;9(1):14-19
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Objective: To assess the sedative effect of foot reflexology on major depressive disorder
patients. Methods: Of the 31 patients recruited in total, 16 were randomly assigned as controls
and 15 were in the treatment (experimental) group. Results: The mean values of
Chachoengsao Sleep Questionnaire (CSQ) were obtained from both groups before and after
treatment and were significantly decreased from baseline. The CSQ scores in the
experimental group were significantly lower than those of the control group on days 3, 4 and
5 of the study. Conclusion: Foot reflexology improves the quantity and quality of sleep in
major depressive disorder patients.
