Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique Research Articles

Effect of progressive muscle relaxation technique on self-esteem and self-efficacy in multiple sclerosis patients: A clinical trial study

BACKGROUND:Low self-esteem and inefficiency are major problems in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. A progressive muscle relaxation technique is one of the complementary therapies. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation techniques on self-esteem and self-efficacy in MS patients.MATERIALS AND METHODS:This clinical trial was conducted on 100 MS patients were randomly divided into two groups of experimental (n = 50) and control (n = 50). The experimental group received progressive muscle relaxation techniques in eight 60-min sessions twice a week for 4 weeks. Rosenberg's Self-Esteem Scale and Self-Efficacy Scales of MS patients were completed before, immediately, and 4 weeks after the intervention. Data were analyzed using the SPSS software version 16.RESULTS:The mean score of self-esteem was not significantly different between the control (26.02 ± 5.83) and experimental (26.40 ± 6.06) groups before intervention (P = 0.247). The mean score of self-esteem in the control group (27.16 ± 7.45) and the experimental group (29.06 ± 6.61) immediately after the intervention (P = 0.083) was not significantly different. 4 weeks after the intervention, the mean scores of self-esteem in the control (26.96 ± 8.33) and the experimental (29.98 ± 7.02) groups were significantly different (P = 0.012). The mean score of self-efficacy was significantly different between the control (41.62 ± 4.46) and experimental (39.32 ± 4.31) groups before intervention (P = 0.010). The mean scores of self-efficacy in the control group (38.38 ± 5.07) and the experimental group (44 ± 4.46) immediately after the intervention (P < 0.001) and 4 weeks after intervention showed a significant difference between the control group (38.04 ± 5.46) and the experimental (46.40 ± 5.04) groups (P < 0.001).CONCLUSION:Due to the effect of progressive muscle relaxation on self-esteem and self-efficacy of MS patients, its safety and simplicity, this technique can be used as a complementary therapy to enhance the level of self-esteem and self-efficacy of MS patients.

A nurse-led occupational health promotion program for farmers

Agrarian occupational health is a neglected primary health-care service in India. A nurse-led health promotion program is planned based on a Conceptual Model for the Occupational Health Nurse Specialist prepared by Ms. Janice Dees (1984) inspired from Orem's self-care theory. The interventions included are range of motion exercise, progressive muscle relaxation technique, foot and palm massage, and literacy on safety practices. The wellness of field farmers is expected by following this program plan.

Effect of mothers’ implementing Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique on Anxiety and Sleep Quality among Children with COVID-19

Effect of mothers’ implementing Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique on Anxiety and Sleep Quality among Children with COVID-19

The Effect Of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique (PMRT) On The Quality Of Life Of Third Trimester Pregnant Women At Public Health Centre II, West Denpasar District

Pregnancy impacts a women’s physical and mental state. These modifications will have an impact on pregnant women’s quality of life. Pregnant women’s poor quality of life will impact the fetus and mother’s health. As a result, nonpharmacological therapy, such as the use of progressive muscle relaxation techniques (PMRT), is required to improve the quality of life of pregnant women. PMRT research has so far been linked to anxiety and depression in pregnant women that it is still limited in its application to the quality of life of pregnant women in the third trimester. This study aims to see how beneficial PMRT is in improving the quality of life of pregnant women. A quasi-experimental approach with a pre-post test with Nonequivalent Control Groups is used in this investigation. With a total sample size of 46 participants, non-probability sampling was used to pick the sample. Questionnaires are used to collect data, and t-independent analysis is used to analyze it. There were p-value 0.05 variations in the quality of life of pregnant women in the control and treatment groups after receiving PMRT. The average improvement in quality of life in the control and treatment groups was significantly different (p-value 0.05). For each dimension, there was a significant difference in the quality of life between the control and intervention groups before and after the research (p-value). It is expected that health workers will provide PMRT in pregnancy health services to improve the quality of life of pregnant women.

Effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique among the Antenatal Mothers above 32 Weeks of Gestation on the Reactivity and Time Consumption of Non Stress Test: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Background: Non Stress Test is a simple, inexpensive and non-invasive method to assess the wellbeing of the fetus by observing the FHR with its acceleration in response to the movement of the fetus. Objective: To assess the effectiveness of progressive muscle relaxation technique among the antenatal mothers above 32 weeks of gestation on reactivity and time consumption of Non Stress Test Design: Randomized controlled trial Setting: Obstetrics and Gynaecology OPD, PGIMER, Chandigarh Participant: 120 Antenatal mothers ³32 weeks of gestation Methods: 120 pregnant mothers i.e sixty each in Experimental and Control group willing to participate and available at the time of data collection were enrolled through a random sampling technique. Progressive muscle relaxation technique was demonstrated and was performed simultaneously by the antenatal mothers 15 to 20 minutes prior to NST who were enrolled under the Experimental group. Routine care was given to Control group. Data were collected by using an interview schedule in the month of October to December 2020. Non stress test was done as per schedule of antenatal visit and interpretation of NST graph in relation to the reactivity, time consumption and baseline fetal heart rate were compared in both the group. Results: It revealed that all the antenatal mothers in the Exp. group and 90% of mothers in the Control group showed reactivity of Non stress test. In relation to time consumption of Non stress test, all mothers in the Experimental group took normal time i.e 20 minutes. Out of the 90% of antenatal mothers who were reactive in the Control group, 5% took more than 20 minutes. A statistical significant difference was found in relation to reactivity by applying Chi Square (p&lt;0.05). The finding also showed a significant difference in between the Experimental and Control group in relation to the reactivity of Non stress test as shown by Mann Whitney U test, baseline fetal heart rate during NST, all the antenatal mothers had normal BHR between 110 to 160 bpm in both groups. Conclusion: It can be concluded that Progressive muscle relaxation technique performed prior to Non stress test can be used for improving the Non stress test results, time-saving, evokes positive feeling and satisfaction among the antenatal mothers. Keywords: Non Stress Test, Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique, Reactivity.

Learning During the Covid-19 Pandemic through Progressive Muscle Relaxation Therapy

The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted all sectors of life and all walks of life. The education sector is one of the most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Lectures during the pandemic using distance learning / online. The research design used a quasi experiment with a pre post test without a control group. The number of samples is 163 students in Kendal Regency with purposive sampling technique. The research data was collected using the Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale 21 (DASS 21) questionnaire. The research location is in Kendal Regency. The age of the youngest respondent is 18 years and the oldest is 50 years, the majority are female as many as 148 respondents (90.8 %), There is an effect of providing progressive muscle relaxation technique intervention on reducing stress levels with p value 0.000 (p &lt; 0.05). Prompt treatment using the right way will help deal with stress. Unresolved stress will have an impact on health and productivity in life. Progressive muscle relaxation techniques can be used to reduce stress levels and relieve stress.

A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique among the Patient with Anxiety Disorders in the Selected Mental Health Centers

Nowadays, major impact of researchers’ toevaluate the intensity of anxiety between Anxiety Disorder with the Patient, and theirefficacy of enlightened muscle relaxation and disorder of anxiety to the patients, intensity of anxiety amongst mental health center describe the anxiety disorder patients with correlated with the social cum geographical values. Hypothesis, nominated socio demographic variables around the difference between posttest level and pretestanxiety of disorder patients. Nearby is an important association among intensity of unease. In tangible background: Inaccurate Roy’s variation classical was cast-off for this study. Methodology: A Pre-experimental and progressive muscle and decreasetherapy by used as a posttest. 40 anxiety ailment patients were confident by successive sampling process.Hypothesis formulated between. Pre and posttest was shown progressive muscle relaxation on forty minutes trainingto the anxiety patients on 5 consecutive days. In our results suggested anxiety patients output of reduced levels of anxiety disorder on the 6th day of posttest. To evaluate the Reformist muscle slackening is non-invasive, cost effective, non – pharmacological complementary therapy to between disorder patients with anxiety and diminish anxiety. Also posttest levels varied with age, academic qualification, anxiety, social value and alcoholic addiction and its duration.

Effect of Benson and progressive muscle relaxation techniques on sleep quality after coronary artery bypass graft: A randomized controlled trial

ObjectiveThis study aimed to investigate the effect of Benson relaxation (BR) and progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) techniques on the sleep quality of patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. MethodThis study was a three-arm, parallel, randomized controlled trial. 120 patients who underwent CABG surgery at two academic hospitals in an urban area of Iran were randomly allocated into three groups (40 per group): the BR, PMR, and control groups. Patients in the BR and the PMR groups performed relevant exercises twice a day for four weeks. Sleep quality was measured before and immediately after the intervention using Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. ResultsWithin-group comparison in the BR (t = 3.51, p = 0.001) and the PMR (t = 4.58, p < 0.001) group showed that the overall sleep quality showed a significant improvement after the intervention when compared to baseline. The between-group comparison showed that both the BR and PMR groups showed significant improvements in subjective sleep quality (F = 3.75, p = 0.02), habitual sleep efficiency (F = 4.81, p = 0.01), and overall sleep quality (F = 5.53, p = 005) when compared to the control group after the intervention. However, no statistically significant differences were identified among the three study groups in terms of sleep latency, sleep duration, sleep disturbances, sleeping medication, and daytime dysfunction after the intervention (p > 0.05). ConclusionThe study showed that a four-week program of both PMR and BR can be effective in the overall improvement of sleep quality in patients following CABG. Further research is required to replicate the findings of the present study.

IMPACT OF PILATES TRAINING VERSUS PROGRESSIVE MUSCLE RELAXATION TECHNIQUE ON QUALITY OF LIFE IN MENOPAUSAL WOMEN- A COMPARATIVE STUDY

Menopausal women shows common symptoms which includes night sweats and hot flushes, heart distress, disturbances in sleep, depression, irritability, anxiousness, weight changes, physical and mental fatigue, joint and muscle pain. This affects the Quality Of Life of the Menopausal women. Pilates Training has proven beneficial for enhancing QOL in menopausal women but there is paucity of evidence of effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique in Menopausal women on QOL. The research is an initiative study that focuses on the effectiveness of PMRT on the various aspects of Quality Of Life of the menopausal women and comparison of the Pilates training and PMRT in order to enhance the QOL of participants. Effect of Pilates training &amp; Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique on menopausal women’s QOL and comparison of both the technique. Methods: 42 participants aged &gt;45 years will be randomly categorized in two groups: Group A (n= 21) and Group B (n=21). The study duration will be of 6 months. The pre and post Intervention will be taken from both the group and data will be analyzed with the help of main outcome measure which is Menopause specific Quality Of Life. Subject showed significant improvement in physical and psychosocial domain of MENQOL followed by both the intervention and Pilates Training has been seen more effective than PMRT. The study concluded that both the Pilates and Progressive Muscle Relaxation Therapy helped in improving the patients QOL.

Terapi Progressive Muscle Relaxation Mandiri bagi Perempuan dalam Menghadapi Stress Pandemi COVID-19

Women groups are vulnerable to psychological issues during Covid-19. The burden of domestic work and household problems can trigger stress and anxiety for them. The purpose of this community service is to reduce stress levels in women using progressive muscle relaxation techniques. The progressive muscle relaxation technique is the simplest and easiest relaxation method, simply by tensing and relaxing the muscles of the body. This therapy was carried out offline and online in seven sessions. The method for measuring the results of this activity was by a quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design model. The community service was located in Padukuhan Ngelorejo, Gari, Wonosari, Yogyakarta Special Region, involving women PKK cadres. The results showed an effect of manipulation of progressive muscle relaxation therapy on reducing stress levels. Based on these results, there was a decrease in stress levels in participants after a progressive muscle relaxation therapy session. The effect of physical changes felt by participants was in the form of a lighter and relaxed body condition, while the psychological impact was a feeling of calm and comfort. Through the modules and video tutorials, participants were expected to facilitate progressive muscle relaxation therapy techniques to others independently.

Comparing the Effects of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique and Aromatherapy With Rosemary Oil on Preoperative Anxiety in General Surgery Candidates

Objective: Anxiety is one of the most common problems of patients before surgery. This study aims to compare the effects of Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) technique and aromatherapy with rosemary oil on preoperative anxiety in candidates for general surgery.The aim of this study was to determine the effect of progressive muscle relaxation technique and aromatherapy with rosemary on preoperative anxiety in candidates for general surgery. This study aimed to determine the effect of progressive muscle relaxation techniques and aromatherapy with rose on preoperative anxiety in patients undergoing general surgery was performed. Anxiety is one of the most common problems of patients before surgery. Anxiety is one of the most common disorders in patients prior to surgery Methods: In this clinical trial, participants were 90 patients who were candidates for general surgery referred to Ayatollah Kashani Hospital in Shahrekord, Iran in 2018. After obtaining informed written consent from them, they were randomly divided into three groups: PMR (n=30), aromatherapy (n=30) and control (n=30). The intervention was performed one hour before the surgery. Data collection tools were a demographic form and the Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale - 21 Items. Collected data were analyzed using chi-square test, paired t-test, and one-way analysis of variance in SPSS v.21 software.In both groups, the intervention was performed by the patient one hour before the operation. In both groups an hour before the operation was performed by the patient. Data collection tools included demographic characteristics questionnaire, 21-item DASS anxiety scale. Data collection tools included demographic questionnaires anxiety scale survey had 21 questions DASS. In this clinical trial, 90 patients who were candidates for general surgery referred to Ayatollah Kashani Hospital in Shahrekord in 1398 were randomly divided into three groups: relaxation (30), aromatherapy (30) and control (30). In this clinical trial, 90 patients undergoing general surgery hospital Ayatollah Kashani In 1398 randomly into three groups: relaxation (30), aromatherapy (30) and control (30) were divided. In both groups, relaxation and aromatherapy techniques were performed by the patient one hour before the operation. In both groups, relaxation techniques and aromatherapy one hour before surgery was performed by the patient. Data were analyzed using SPSS software version 21. Data using SPSS version 21 was analyzed. Data collection tools included demographic characteristics questionnaire, 21-item DASS Anxiety Scale (DASS 21). Data collection tools included demographic questionnaires anxiety scale survey had 21 questions DASS. In both groups, relaxation and aromatherapy techniques were performed by the patient one hour before the operation. In both groups, relaxation techniques and aromatherapy one hour before surgery was performed by the patient. Results: Mean pre-intervention anxiety score was 16.97±2.77 and 16.80±2.66 in the PMR and aromatherapy groups, respectively (P˃0.05), which decreased to 16.03±2.54 and 15.03±2.88 after the intervention (P&lt;0.05). There was no statistically significant difference between the two groups in terms of anxiety and the two methods were not superior to each other. But after the intervention, this difference became significant (P&lt;0.05). But after this difference was significant (P&lt;0.05). The results showed that the mean scores of anxiety before the intervention between the three groups were not statistically significant (P&gt;0.05). Results showed that the mean score of anxiety before the intervention showed no significant difference between the three groups (P&lt;0.05). Also, there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups in terms of the studied variable and the two methods of progressive muscle relaxation and aromatherapy were not superior to each other. Also compared between the two groups there was no significant difference variable and progressive muscle relaxation and aromatherapy superior to each other did not. Conclusion: PMR and aromatherapy with rosemary oil can be used in clinics to reduce the level of anxiety in patients before general surgery. According to the results of the study, it can be suggested that relaxation and aromatherapy be used to reduce the level of anxiety of patients before general surgery in the clinic. According to the results, it can be suggested that the relaxation and aromatherapy to reduce the level of public anxiety before surgery was clinical.

Guided Imagery of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Techiques as Blood Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Guided imagery a method of delivering a treatment that makes it easier for someone to follow the recommended orders practicically, by looking at the steps through clear illustrated guides. Progressive muscle relaxation technique (PMR) is one of the independent nursing interventions that is easy to do by looking at the guide through pictures. It aims to help control blood glucose levels. This therapy maximizes muscle and breathing exercises, this technique also has a good impact on reducing anxiety, stress, fatigue, improving sleep quality and quality of life of patients suffering from type 2 diabetes mellitus. The research method used pre-experimental design with static group comparison. the test results obtained a value of P=0.030 (P-Value &lt;0.05) the meaning that there is an average difference in the results of blood glucose levels before and after in the treatment group and the control group, namely 131.13 mg/dl, before giving the PMR technique an average result of blood glucose is 304.63 mg/dl. The conclusion is that the PMR technoique is recommended for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus to help blood glucose control.

Evaluation the effect of progressive muscle relaxation technique on fatigue and daily living activities in patients with Multiple Sclerosis

Aim: This is a Quasi-experimental study wich was carried out in order to determine the effects of applying progressive muscle relaxation on fatigue and daily living activity of MS patients. Background: Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and adversely affects their daily living activities. Methods: 80 MS Patients were selected then conducted in two group (40 experiments and 40 contorol). Data collector tools included: demographic questionnaire, fatigue severity scale and activity of daily living questionnaire which completed four times by two group (before̦ Third week, sixth and ninth after study), self-report checklists which completed only by experimental group. PMRT performed once a day for 8 week by experimental group. During study no intervention was done for control group. Results: repeated measures ANOVA showed that there is significant difference in mean score of fatigue between two group in 4 times (P&lt;0/05). Also, the results showed that with progressive muscle relaxation at 4 times, daily activities in ADL and IADL sections were significantly increased (P&lt;0/05) but there was no significant difference between the two groups (P&gt;0/05). however, clinically significant differences were observed. Conclusions: Acording to these findingș applying PMRT decreased patient´s fatigue and improve independence in daily living activities. This study supports the effect of PMRT on fatigue and activities of daily living in patients with MS, and it is recommended that further studies be conducted on this subject in the future. Keywords: daily living activity, fatigue, progressive muscle relaxation technique, multiple sclerosis.

PENYULUHAN TEKNIK RELAKSASI OTOT PROGRESIF UNTUK MENURUNKAN KADAR GULA DARAH PADA PASIEN DIABETES MELLITUS TIPE 2 DI RUMAH SAKIT GRANDMED

The prevalence of diabetes that occurred in 2015 was 9.3% and is expected to continue to increase every year. Type 2 diabetes mellitus occurs due to insulin resistance, namely glucose that fails to enter the body, usually occurs at the age of over 30 years. One form of therapy that can be done is progressive muscle relaxation. The purpose of this community service is to find out the benefits of progressive muscle relaxation techniques on reducing blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus at Grandmed Lubuk Pakam Hospital. The method used in this community service is a quasi-experimental using observation sheets. The application of muscle relaxation techniques was carried out on 10 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The community service procedure started from an explanation of progressive muscle relaxation techniques and procedures, implementation and observations (observations), then the results were recorded in the observation sheet. The application of progressive muscle relaxation techniques in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus accompanied by insulin injection has been shown to reduce blood sugar levels. The application of progressive muscle relaxation techniques can be used as an intervention in lowering blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Reduction of Anxiety Levels in Schizophrenia Patients Using Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Anxiety neurosis is the most common mental disorder in society. Progressive muscle relaxation is an independent nursing intervention that can be chosen to reduce anxiety in schizophrenia patients. This case study aims to prove that progressive muscle relaxation can help reduce anxiety levels in schizophrenic patients. The study design is descriptive in the form of a case study with a nursing process approach, applying progressive muscle relaxation techniques to schizophrenic patients who experience problems with anxiety levels. The sample was two adult schizophrenic patients who experienced anxiety in Eredah Complex Mental Health Hospital. The patient's anxiety was measured by the Zung-Self Anxiety Rating Scale. The progressive muscle relaxation procedure is performed 2 times over two days with a duration of 20-30 minutes each session. Hemodynamic measurements and anxiety levels were performed pre-post progressive muscle relaxation. The results of the case study showed that progressive muscle relaxation interventions affected reducing patient anxiety levels. The mean score of the patient's anxiety decreased by 30.34% after being given progressive muscle relaxation. Progressive muscle relaxation is effectively applied to schizophrenic patients with anxiety disorders in nursing service settings.

Effectiveness of Using Progressive Muscle Relaxation Technique on Anxiety and Sleep Pattern among Women Newly Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Abstract Background: Advanced nursing interventions for patients diagnosed with cancer included progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) training that has positive effects on anxiety and sleep pattern. Aim: To evaluate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation technique on anxiety and sleep pattern among newly women with breast cancer. Design: A quasi-experimental research design with a pretest-posttest was used in this study. Sample: A convenient sample of 80 women newly diagnosed with breast cancer that equally was divided into two groups. Setting: This study was conducted at the inpatient and outpatient clinic of Fayoum Oncology Center and University Hospital. Tools: Three tools were used: (I) an Interview Structured Questionnaire, (II) Spielberger State-Trait Anxiety Scale (STAI), and (III) Sleep State Self-Rating Scale (SRSS). Results: The results of the present study indicated that the mean age of the women was 46.51 ± 12.03 years. There were significant differences in anxiety score and improvement in sleep quality score after the intervention (p < 0.05) of the progressive muscle relaxation. Conclusion: The current study concluded that progressive muscle relaxation has been found to reduce anxiety and improve sleep pattern among women who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer. Recommendations: Providing an educational program to women who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer regarding progressive muscle relaxation technique and how to perform and its benefit.

Effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation on Minimizing Stress among Women with Infertility

Infertility harms women's relationship with family and friends, it is affected the relationship between the couple's sexual relationship and cause stress. Progressive muscle relaxation is considered one of the common methods used to minimize stress. So the study was aimed to determine the effectiveness of progressive muscle relaxation on minimizing stress among women with infertility. Subjects and method: A quasi-experimental research design with a pretest-posttest was utilized on a purposive sample of 70 women who randomly was divided into two groups, from a population of 386 women in six-months, from the beginning of September 2019 to the end of February 2020, who attended at the obstetric clinic at Bani-Suif University Hospital, Egypt. Two tools were utilized to collect data in this study: (1) a socio-demographic and fertility history structured interview schedule, (2) Newton's infertility stress questionnaire was used for data collection. After assessing and evaluating stress levels, the Progressive muscle relaxation technique was implemented in the intervention group. Results: t-test indicated that there were significant differences in stress scores between the two groups after the intervention (p compared to the intervention group. Conclusion: Progressive muscle relaxation technique was effective in minimizing the stress score among infertile women as alternative medicine method. Recommendations: Providing health education program to pregnant women progressive muscle relaxation technique that they can help in providing support.

Effect of Cognitive-Behavioral Group Therapy on the Anxiety and Depression of War-Handicapped

Background: Depression and anxiety as the most common psychiatric problems in survivors of traumatic events pose a significant burden on health systems and families. Objectives: This study was conducted to determine the impact of group cognitive-behavioral therapy on the anxiety and depression of war veterans. Methods: This was a quasi-experimental study with pre-test and post-test and a control group. The statistical population included all men with war disabilities who visited Sadra Psychiatric Hospital in Tehran. By convenience and purposive sampling, 116 people were selected and randomly assigned to two groups. Therapeutic interventions (group cognitive-behavioral therapy and Jacobsen's progressive muscle relaxation technique) were applied to each group for 12 sessions, 2 sessions per week and 2 sessions each. Beck’s Depression Scale (Beck, 1961) and Spielberger’s Anxiety Scale (Spielberger, 1970) were used to collect the data. Data was analyzed using analysis of covariance. Results: The mean scores of anxiety and depression in the post-test phase decreased compared to the pre-test phase (P &lt; 0.05). Therefore, group cognitive-behavioral therapy improved the psychological symptoms of the participants. Conclusions: Cognitive-behavioral therapy improved cognitive flexibility and diminished anxiety-depression symptoms in war veterans; thus, it can be considered a useful treatment strategy to improve the psychological status of war veterans.

PENGARUH TEKNIK RELAKSASI OTOT PROGRESIF TERHADAP PENURUNAN SKALA NYERI MENSTRUASI (DISMENORE) PADA REMAJA PUTRI DI DESA PULAU JAMBU

during menstruation or dysmenorrhea is often complained by teenage girls who have entered puberty as an uncomfortable sensation such as pain in the abdomen, cramps and pain in the waist that can interfere with daily activities. One of the non-pharmacological treatments for dysmenorrhea is progressive muscle relaxation techniques, which are very suitable for reducing dysmenorrhea pain. Purpose: This study was to determine the effect of progressive muscle relaxation techniques on the scale of menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) in young women in Pulau Jambu village, the working area of the Kuok Community Health Center in 2020. Methods: This type of research uses a quasi-experimental method with a non-equivalent pretest-posttest plan. The sampling technique used purposive sampling with a sample size of 30 people. The data collection tool used was an observation sheet using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) pain scale. Data processing used univariate and bivariate analysis with the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test with the SPSS 17 program. Results: this study shows that progressive muscle relaxation techniques have an influence on the scale of dysmenorrhea in young women in Pulau Jambu village, the working area of the Kuok Health Center in 2020 with a p value of 0.000. (

Effects of progressive muscle relaxation technique on affective and somatic signs in nursing students taking objective structured clinical examination

Background: Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is an instrument for an evaluation test to asses observable skills. However, this situation of the test can lead to anxiety for students expressed in affective and somatic signs. Progressive muscle relaxation technique is one of non-pharmacology therapies and can be used to decrease the affective and somatic signs in the students. Objective: This study aims to determine effects of the progressive muscle relaxation technique on affective and somatic signs in nursing students when taking the OSCE. Methods: This study was a quasi-experimental with a pre-test and post- group design. Fifty eight participants were selected by inclusion criteria and divided into two groups (a treatment group and a control group). The progressive muscle relaxation before the OSCE was conducted for 30 minutes. Zung’s self-rating anxiety (ZSAS) was applied to measure the affective signs. A sphygmomanometer, manual heart rate palpation, and thorax inspection were used to measure the somatic signs. The data were analysed by using a Wilcoxon test. Results: The Wilcoxon test showed that the effects of progressive muscle relaxation technique on the affective signs indicated p-value of 0.0001 (p&lt;0.005). Then it also affected the somatic signs as occurred in systolic blood pressure with p-value of 0.00, diastolic blood pressure with p-value of 0.004, heart rate with p-value of 0.00, and respiration rate with p-value of 0.00. The affective and somatic signs in the treatment group decreased after the treatment was given. However, they were not found in the control group. Conclusion: There are effects of progressive muscle relaxation technique on affective and somatic signs in nursing students when taking the OSCE. The affective and somatic signs in the treatment group were lower than in the control group.