Research
The Program on Integrative Medicine at the UNC School of Medicine always seeks new opportunities and partnerships to promote the study and use of integrative medicine.
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The HARMONY Study
A culturally-relevant, randomized-controlled, stress management intervention to reduce cardiometabolic risk in African Americans. This study for African American women with elevated cardiometabolic risk — those who are overweight or have a family history, for example — will test how culturally relevant social support, stress management and mindfulness tools will reduce their risk before they actually … Continued
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Mindful Coping and Communication in Caregiving
Mindful Coping and Communication in Caregiving A Telephone-Based Mindfulness Program for Caregivers of an African American Family Member Living with Dementia African Americans are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia, and families caring for a person living with dementia may experience high stress, breakdown in communication, and even conflict. Mindfulness skills … Continued
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OPTIMUM
What is the OPTIMUM pain management program? If you are assigned to the OPIMUM pain management program, you will be asked to participate in 8 weekly group mindfulness sessions online. The OPTIMUM pain program also includes brief online private visits with a primary care provider before or after each of the 8 sessions. Home practice … Continued
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5 Tips for Wellness
From the UNC Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation NUTRITION Healthy eating lowers risk for heart disease and other health conditions while giving your body the nutrients it needs. UNC and the CRC can provide consultation with nutritionists. ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture may ease certain types of pain, including low-back pain, neck pain, knee pain, and … Continued
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Mindfulness Meditation May Cut IBS Symptoms
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The HARMONY Study
A culturally-relevant, randomized-controlled, stress management intervention to reduce cardiometabolic risk in African Americans. This study for African American women with elevated cardiometabolic risk — those who are overweight or have a family history, for example — will test how culturally relevant social support, stress management and mindfulness tools will reduce their risk before they actually … Continued
Mindful Coping and Communication in Caregiving
Mindful Coping and Communication in Caregiving A Telephone-Based Mindfulness Program for Caregivers of an African American Family Member Living with Dementia African Americans are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia, and families caring for a person living with dementia may experience high stress, breakdown in communication, and even conflict. Mindfulness skills … Continued
OPTIMUM
What is the OPTIMUM pain management program? If you are assigned to the OPIMUM pain management program, you will be asked to participate in 8 weekly group mindfulness sessions online. The OPTIMUM pain program also includes brief online private visits with a primary care provider before or after each of the 8 sessions. Home practice … Continued
5 Tips for Wellness
From the UNC Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation NUTRITION Healthy eating lowers risk for heart disease and other health conditions while giving your body the nutrients it needs. UNC and the CRC can provide consultation with nutritionists. ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture may ease certain types of pain, including low-back pain, neck pain, knee pain, and … Continued
Mindfulness Meditation May Cut IBS Symptoms
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