Blar i forfatter "Stub, Trine"
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Placebo effect is probably what we refer to as patient healing power. A qualitative pilot study among complementary therapists in Norway.
Stub, Trine; Foss, Nina; Liodden, Ingrid Elisabeth (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2017-05-12)Background: Complementary therapists spend considerable time with their patients, especially in the first consultation. The communication between patients and their therapists is important for raising consciousness and activation of the patient’s self-healing power. Thus, the aims in this study were to delineate what complementary therapists regard as essential in patient consultations, their ... -
"The prayer circles in the air": a qualitative study about traditional healer profiles and practice in Northern Norway
Larsen, Anette Langås; Salamonsen, Anita; Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Stub, Trine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-05-31)In Northern Norway, traditional healing has been preserved by passing down the knowledge through generations. Religious prayers of healing (<i>reading</i>) and Sami rituals (<i>curing</i>) are examples of methods that are used. We have examined traditional healers’ understanding of traditional healing, the healing process and their own practice, as well as what characteristics healers should have. ... -
Prevalence and associations for use of a traditional medicine provider in the SAMINOR 1 Survey: a population-based study on Health and Living Conditions in Regions with Sami and Norwegian Populations.
Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Stub, Trine; Melhus, Marita; Broderstad, Ann Ragnhild (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2017-12-12)BACKGROUND: In Northern Norway, traditional medicine (TM) is shaped by both Christianity and traditional Sami nature worship. The healing rituals may include prayer and the use of tools such as moss, water, stones, wool and soil. Examples of TM modalities offered is cupping, blood-stemming, laying on of hands, healing prayers, and rituals. The purpose of this study was to investigate the prevalence ... -
Prevalence and predictors of complementary and alternative medicine use among people with coronary heart disease or at risk for this in the sixth Tromsø study: a comparative analysis using protection motivation theory.
Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Sirois, Fuschia; Stub, Trine; Hansen, Anne Helen (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2017-06-19)Background: Engagement in healthy lifestyle behaviors, such as healthy diet and regular physical activity, are known to reduce the risk of developing coronary heart disease (CHD). Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is known to be associated with having a healthy lifestyle. The primary aim of this study was to examine the prevalence and predictors of CAM use in CHD patients, and in those ... -
Prevalence and reasons for intentional use of complementary and alternative medicine as an adjunct to future visits to a medical doctor for chronic disease
Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Stub, Trine; Musial, Frauke; Fønnebø, Vinjar; Lillenes, Ola; Norheim, Arne Johan (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-03-27)Intentional use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has previously only been researched in small, possibly biased, samples. There seems to be a lack of scientific information regarding healthy individual's attitudes and presumed use of CAM. The aim of this study is to describe prevalence and characteristics of participants who intend to see a CAM provider compared to participants who ... -
Prevalence of late and long-term effects of cancer (treatment) and use of complementary and alternative medicine in Norway
Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Wider, Barbara; Nilsen, Jorunn Valle; Bjelland, Mona; Mora, Dana Catalina; Nordberg, Johanna H.; Broderstad, Ann Ragnhild; Nakandi, Kiwumulo; Stub, Trine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-12-05)Background The increasing number of patients surviving cancer leads to more people experiencing late and long term-effects from the disease and its treatment. Fatigue, sleep disorders, early menopause, pain, and nerve damage are commonly reported. Methods helping people to recover after cancer treatment are therefore essential. The aims of this study were threefold; (1) to determine the level of ... -
Prevalence, and health- and sociodemographic associations for visits to traditional and complementary medical providers in the seventh survey of the Tromsø study
Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Broderstad, Ann Ragnhild; Musial, Frauke; Stub, Trine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2019-11-11)<p><i>Background - </i>Patient-centered culturally sensitive health care (PC-CSHC) has emerged as a primary approach to health care. This care focuses on the cultural diversity of the patients rather than the views of the health care professionals. PC-CSHC enables the patient to feel comfortable, respected, and trusted in the health care delivery process. As users of traditional and complementary ... -
Protocol of a mixed method randomized controlled pilot study evaluating a wilderness program for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors: the WAYA study
Jong, Miek; Mulder, Eric; Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Stub, Trine; Dahlqvist, Heléne; Viitasara, Eija; Lown E., Anne; Schats, Winnie; Jong, Mats (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-05-09)<p><b> Introduction </b> The majority of childhood, adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors suffer from long-term and late effects such as fatigue, psychological distress or comorbid diseases. Effective health promotion strategies are needed to support the health of this vulnerable group. This protocol provides a methodological description of a study that aims to examine the ... -
Protocol of a mixed-method randomised controlled pilot study evaluating a wilderness programme for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors: the WAYA study
Jong, Miek; Mulder, Eric; Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Stub, Trine; Dahlqvist, Heléne; Viitasara, Eija; Lown, E Anne; Schats, Winnie; Jong, Mats (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-05-09)Introduction - The majority of childhood, adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors suffer from long-term and late effects such as fatigue, psychological distress or comorbid diseases. Effective health promotion strategies are needed to support the health of this vulnerable group. This protocol provides a methodological description of a study that aims to examine the feasibility and safety ... -
A Qualitative Study Among Healthcare Providers on Risks Associated With the Use of Supportive Care for Cancer Treatment-Related Symptoms in Children and Adolescents
Mora, Dana Catalina; Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Jong, Miek; Hervik, Jill Angela; Stub, Trine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-08-18)Introduction: Although more than 300 000 children and adolescents worldwide are diagnosed with cancer yearly, little research has been conducted investigating how healthcare providers consider risk and patient safety connected with supportive care (including complementary and alternative medicine [CAM]) in this age group. This study aimed to explore how different healthcare providers perceive and ... -
The Red flag! risk assessment among medical homeopaths in Norway: a qualitative study
Stub, Trine; Alræk, Terje; Salamonsen, Anita (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2012)Homeopathy is widely used, and many European physicians practice homeopathy in addition to conventional medicine. Adverse effects in homeopathy are not expected by homeopaths due to the negligible quantities of active substances in a remedy. However, we questioned if homeopathic aggravation, which is described as a temporary worsening of existing symptoms following a correct homeopathic remedy, ... -
Reflexology for acute rhinosinusitis – Results from a blinded, early-phase comparative trial
Norheim, Arne Johan; Fønnebø, Vinjar; Lindeland, John Petter; Varpe, Terje; Bigset, Catarina; Stub, Trine; Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-08-06)Background - Reflexology is commonly used as an adjunct to conventional treatment by patients with respiratory tract infections. The effect of reflexology needs to be tested in a full-scale randomized controlled study. Small early-phase trials can give an indication on whether full-size clinical trials are warranted. The objective of this study is to determine whether the study design is feasible ... -
Risk in homeopathy: Classification of adverse events and homeopathic aggravations – A cross sectional study among Norwegian homeopath patients
Stub, Trine; Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Alræk, Terje; Musial, Frauke; Steinsbekk, Aslak (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2015-06-10)The registration of adverse events is important to identify treatment that might impose risk to patients. Homeopathic aggravation, a concept unique for homeopathy may impose a particular risk, as it is tolerant towards a worsening of the patients’ symptoms. The aim of this study was to explore the classification of patient reported reactions as homeopathic aggravations or adverse events. <br>Design ... -
Safety and use of complementary and alternative medicine in Norway during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic using an adapted version of the I-CAM-Q; a cross-sectional survey
Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Jong, Miek; Esther T., van der Werf; Hök, Johanna; Stub, Trine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-09-03)Background: The COVID-19 pandemic lockdown has had a profound impact on physical and mental well-being throughout the world. Previous studies have revealed that complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is frequently used for, and can be potential benefcial for strengthening physical mental resilience. The aims of this study were therefore to determine the prevalence and reasons for use of CAM ... -
Safety of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) treatment among children and young adults who suffer from adverse effects of conventional cancer treatment: A systematic review
Mora, Dana Catalina; Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Overvåg, Grete; Jong, Miek; Mentink, Marit; Liu, Jianping; Stub, Trine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-06-21)<p><b>Background:</b> Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) is widely used around the world to treat adverse effects derived from cancer treatment among children and young adults. Parents often seek CAM to restore and maintain the child’s physical and emotional condition during and after cancer treatment. <p><b>Objectives:</b> The objectives of this review were (i) to identify ... -
Safety of Treatment Provided by Homeopaths Homeopathic Aggravations, Adverse Effects and Risk Assessment
Stub, Trine (Doctoral thesis; Doktorgradsavhandling, 2014-03-28)Introduction Homeopathic treatment has a long tradition. Because of its widespread use as alternative therapy in Norway and Europe, but also in nations such as India, investigation into patient safety related to homeopathic treatment is important. Risk in homeopathy can be divided into direct and indirect risk. Direct risk is directly linked to the intervention itself while indirect risk is related ... -
Strategies for Prevention and Treatment of COVID-19 related Symptoms. A Population Based Cross-sectional Study in Norway, Sweden and the Netherlands
Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Esther T., van der Werf; Stub, Trine; Musial, Frauke; Wider, Barbara; Jong, Miek; Danell, Jenny-Ann B.; Busch, Martine; Hoenders, H. J. Rogier; Nordberg, Johanna H.; Wode, Kathrin (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2021-11-23)Objectives: The present study was initiated to determine consultations with health care providers and use of selfmanagement strategies for prevention or treatment of COVID-19 related symptoms in countries with a full lockdown (Norway), a partial lockdown (the Netherlands) and no lockdown (Sweden) during the first three months of the COVID-19 pandemic, and if such use correlates with worries of being ... -
Supporting Personal Growth in Childhood, Adolescent and Young-Adult Cancer Survivors Through Challenges in Nature — A Qualitative Study of WAYA Wilderness Programme Participation
Jong, Mats; Stub, Trine; Jong, Miek. (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2024-03-08)Background - Childhood, adolescent and young-adult (AYA) cancer survivors often experience health problems due to late or long-term effects of their cancer or the treatment thereof. The general population gains health benefits from immersion in nature, and nature-based programmes seem to be an intervention that can promote health among childhood and AYA cancer survivors.<p> <p>Objective - To ... -
Supportive care for cancer-related symptoms in pediatric oncology: a qualitative study among healthcare providers
Mora, Dana Catalina; Jong, Miek; Quandt, Sara A.; Arcury, Thomas A.; Kristoffersen, Agnete Egilsdatter; Stub, Trine (Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-04-03)Background The aim of this study is to gain insight into the clinical experiences and perceptions that pediatric oncology experts, conventional healthcare providers, and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) providers in Norway, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United States have with the use of supportive care, including CAM among children and adolescents with cancer.<p> <p>Methods ... -
The broken link - Combining conventional and complementary medicine in a safe health care delivery chain.
Wiesener, Solveig; Salamonsen, Anita; Stub, Trine; Fønnebø, Vinjar (Conference object; Konferansebidrag, 2017)