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Mind-Body Therapies: A Game-Changer in Otolaryngology? What a Comprehensive Review is showing.

A recent study published in the field of Otolaryngology-head and neck surgery in September 2023 has explored the potential of mind-body therapies (MBTs) as supplementary treatments for various ear, nose, and throat diseases.  MBTs encompass practices like meditation, yoga, aromatherapy, and biofeedback, which aim to improve health by connecting the mind and body.  The study involved a thorough review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) from the past decade, focusing on cost-effective MBTs. The findings revealed that MBTs were effective in reducing distress associated with otolaryngologic conditions such as septoplasty, head and neck cancer, facial palsy, and tinnitus. (see more)