Impact of Reiki on recovery for women having breast surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This pilot study investigates the effects of pre-operative Medical Reiki© on the psychosocial well-being and recovery of underserved women undergoing breast cancer surgery. Utilizing a double-blind randomized-controlled design, 32 women diagnosed with stage I-III breast cancer will receive either Medical Reiki© or Sham Reiki as an attention control. The study aims to assess how this energy therapy can alleviate symptoms and enhance the quality of life for patients during their recovery process. Participants will be followed for two months post-intervention to evaluate outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Ages 18-99
* Breast Cancer Diagnosis Stage 0-III
* Undergoing unilateral or bilateral mastectomy (with or without reconstruction) within 2 weeks of recruitment
* English Speaking
* From within 50 miles of Bronx County, NY

Exclusion Criteria:

* Current, uncontrolled psychiatric co-morbidities
* Pregnant women

Where it's running

• Montefiore Medical Center
  The Bronx, New York, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Alyson Moadel, PhD — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
• Study coordinator: Alyson Moadel, PhD
• Email: Alyson.moadel-robblee@einsteinmed.edu
• Phone: (718)430-2696

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.