DEVELOPMENT OF FOOT MASSAGE PROGRAM ON NAUSEA AND VOMITING FOR CANCER PATIENTS: A LITERATURE REVIEW
ABSTRACT: This study aims to
develop a foot massage program to support care activity in reducing nausea and
vomiting for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Two phases, a literature
review and the development of a foot massage program were conducted. The
literature review was to analyze state of the art massage techniques by
reviewing problems, related theories and supporting evidence. Method: Eight
published studies in the English language were reviewed. A massage can be
performed for different durations, from 10 minutes up to 60 minutes for three
to six weeks and can be applied on various body areas. We found that the soft
stroke/effleurage seems to be the best method and is most suitable for patients
with cancer. It is also evident that foot massaging can be applied as a
modality to reduce nausea and vomiting for cancer patients undergoing
chemotherapy. Result: We developed a foot massage program specifically for
patients with cancer. The foot massage program comprised of three sessions,
including 1) education session, 2) preparation session, and 3) foot massage
session. In the education session, patients obtain brief information about the
definition of a foot massage, the benefits and contraindication of foot
massaging. During the preparation phase, foot soaking and warming up are
performed. Subsequently, the foot massage is applied and should last for 30
minutes. Further research is recommended to test the effectiveness of the
proposed foot massage program for nausea and vomiting in cancer patients across
countries including Indonesia.
Author: Ni Ketut Guru Prapti,
Wongchan Petpichetchian, Wimonrat Chongcharoen
Journal Code: jpkeperawatangg120009