Implementing a therapeutic massage program in a tertiary and ambulatory care VA setting: the healing power of touch.
The ancient practice of massage to promote healing has a place in contemporary health care. This article discusses the implementation of a nurse-run therapeutic massage service at the Denver Veterans Administration Medical Center. Program background, evaluation, future plans, and lessons learned are described.
Hemphill
L
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Denver Veterans Affairs Medical Center, CO 80220, USA.
Kemp
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J
D003120:Colorado; D006787:Hospitals, Veterans; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008405:Massage; D015403:Nursing Evaluation Research; D009738:Nursing Service, Hospital / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000639:trends; D059408:Pain Management; D007319:Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders / Q000628:therapy