Healing Touch (HT) is one of many energy-based modalities that is being increasingly studied. Many science disciplines are turning to the study of subtle energies in their quest to understand the phenomena of energy-based therapies. One can look to new literature within almost every discipline to find the shifting openness to the belief in subtle energies and its impact on our lives. The science of physics and psychoneuroimmunology are publishing increasingly sophisticated theories and research about energy.

The intention of this website is to provide documented research on Healing Touch and related modalities. Research articles are presented for educational and substantiating purposes.

The Basis of Healing Touch Research will introduce you to the purpose and types of research, the links between theory and research, considerations in being a good consumer of Healing Touch research, topics in HT research and how to access this research for your own information and use.

What Types of Studies Have Been Done to Date?

It is important to know that a great deal of research is being done involving Healing Touch therapies and other healing modalities. Whole journals are devoted to reporting of research so the body of knowledge is continually growing.

Many studies in Healing Touch modalities have been funded by internationally recognized funding bodies such as the National Institute of Health, NASA and special interest groups. Published and unpublished studies and pilot studies have been conducted looking at the impact of HT therapies on many disease conditions and symptoms such as:

  • Cancer
  • Heart Disease
  • Palliative (Hospice) Care
  • Elder Care
  • Immunological
  • Endocrine Conditions (HIV And Diabetes)
  • Headaches
  • Postoperative Wounds
  • Pediatric Conditions
  • Alcoholism
  • Premenopausal Syndrome
  • Dementia

Symptoms explored have included but are not limited to:
  • Pain
  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Agitation
  • Stress
  • Nausea

Research Basis for Healing Touch
  • Purpose and Types of Research
  • Links Between Research and Theory
  • Becoming a Good Consumer of Healing Touch Research
  • What Types of Studies Have Been Done to Date
  • How to Access Research for your own Use

Research Studies

Advisory Committee

History of Healing Touch Research

Research Funding


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