Objectives: To describe mind-body interventions used in the management of chronic cancer pain including their mechanisms of action, dosing, and delivery methods based on available evidence to date.
Data sources: Peer-reviewed publications.
Conclusion: Further high-quality research is needed to establish the effectiveness and mechanisms of actions for mind-body interventions in chronic cancer pain management.
Implications for nursing practice: Mind-body interventions for chronic cancer pain management are generally safe and well-accepted by individuals with cancer. Nurses need to be knowledgeable about these interventions to explain their level of effectiveness and any safety issues with patients.
Keywords: Cancer; Chronic pain; Complementary therapies; Mind-body therapies.
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