The Oncology Nursing Society has posted a table that summarizes CAM studies on the treatment of nausea and vomiting in cancer patients. The studies were published between 1988 and 2005.
Here’s a summary of their findings.
* Acupuncture and Acupressure: Likely to be effective
* Guided Imagery, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Music Therapy: Likely to be effective
* Psychoeducational (support and education): Likely to be effective
* Virtual Reality: Benefits balanced with harms
* Exercise: Effectiveness not established
* Hypnosis: Effectiveness not established
* Massage/Aromatherapy: Effectiveness not established
* Acustimulation (electroacupuncture): Effectiveness not established
* Ginger: Effectiveness not established
