Sunday, November 16, 2008

UCONN and Therapeutic Touch

Taking a scientific look at how Therapeutic Touch affects cells

by Carolyn Pennington - November 17, 2008

A study by a Health Center researcher takes a scientific look at a therapy that is often considered unscientific – hands-on healing.

Gloria Gronowicz, professor of surgery, found that Therapeutic Touch performed by trained energy healers significantly stimulated the growth of bone, tendon, and skin cells in lab dishes.

Her findings are published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research and The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. More....

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