Energy therapy

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-002844",
  "term": "Energy therapy",
  "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 therapy is to balance the energy flow in the patient. It is used to reduce stress and anxiety and promote well-being. Energy therapy 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 healing.",
  "synonyms": [
    "energy healing"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/energy-therapy/"
}