energy healing

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-002843",
  "term": "energy healing",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "A form of complementary and alternative medicine based on the belief that a vital energy flows through the human body. The goal of energy healing is to balance the energy flow in the patient. It is used to reduce stress and anxiety and promote well-being. Energy healing is being studied in patients receiving cancer therapy, to find out if it can improve quality of life, boost the immune system, or reduce side effects. Also called energy therapy.",
  "synonyms": [
    "energy therapy"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/energy-healing/"
}