The use of applied tension and cognitive therapy to manage syncope (common faint) in an older adult

Aging Ment Health. 2001 Feb;5(1):92-4. doi: 10.1080/13607860020020690.

Abstract

The rationale for the use of the applied tension technique in the treatment of syncope (common faint) is outlined. A case example of its successful use in combination with cognitive therapy for anxiety in an appropriately screened older person is provided.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Anxiety / complications
  • Anxiety / psychology
  • Anxiety / therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy*
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Geriatric Assessment
  • Humans
  • Isometric Contraction*
  • Patient Care Team
  • Recurrence
  • Social Environment
  • Stress, Psychological / complications
  • Syncope, Vasovagal / psychology
  • Syncope, Vasovagal / therapy*