Chapter 31, Problem 1DCR

Summary Introduction

To determine:

Discuss with other students the therapeutic benefits of massage, and identify nursing situations for which it may be the primary therapy.

Concept Introduction:

Back massages are a common therapeutic technique practiced in both nursing and alternative medicine. It is a technique with multiple variations shaped by cultural differences. The ability to massage is an important skill for nursing, though its effectiveness cannot be empirically tested using double-blind studies.