Miscellaneous Interventions for Anxiety

Discussion

In a randomized controlled trial, Feng et al. (2017) evaluated the effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen compared to psychotherapy or standard rehabilitation on anxiety symptoms. The study found significant difference in levels of anxiety among those that received HBO compared to standard rehabilitation group. No significant difference was seen among HBO and psychotherapy.

Conclusion

There is level 1b evidence that hyperbaric oxygen may improve symptoms of anxiety post SCI.

Discussion

Federici and colleagues (2019) provided participants with a sexual health psychoeducation program over 12 session. The program found no significant improvements in level of anxiety post intervention.

Conclusion

There is level 4 evidence that sexual health may not improve anxiety post SCI.