The Effect of Progressive Relaxation Exercise on Physiological Parameters, Pain and Anxiety Levels of Patients Undergoing Colorectal Cancer Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Study

CONCLUSIONS: Progressive relaxation exercise did not affect cortisol levels and vital signs but decreased pain and anxiety, and relatively increased tissue oxygenation, appearing an effective, safe, and practicable nursing intervention.PMID:34903440 | DOI:10.1016/j.jopan.2021.08.008
Source: Journal of Perianesthesia Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Source Type: research