Key Takeaway
Systematic review found moderate evidence that biofield therapies reduce pain, with strongest effects in clinical populations.
Summary
This systematic review examined controlled trials of biofield therapies (including sound and energy-based approaches) for pain conditions.
Analysis found moderate evidence for pain reduction, particularly in clinical populations, though methodological limitations were noted across studies.
Methods
- Systematic review
- 18 controlled trials
- Pain outcome focus
- Quality assessment
Key Results
- Moderate pain reduction
- Effects in clinical samples
- Generally safe
- Well-tolerated interventions
Limitations
- Variable study quality
- Blinding difficulties
- Heterogeneous methods