Repercussões da auriculoterapia no desempenho ocupacional dos profissionais da onco-hematologia pediátrica

Abstract

Introduction: Auriculotherapy is a technique that consists in stimulating energy points of the auricle and makes it possible to restore the balance state of the organism, assisting in the treatment of various physical and mental problems of individuals. Thus, the study aims to know the repercussions of the application of auriculotherapy, for the symptoms of anxiety and stress, on the occupational performance of professionals of pediatric onco-hematology. Methodology: This is a qualitative, descriptive and exploratory study conducted in a university hospital in the interior of Rio Grande do Sul. Data collection was performed through semi-structured interviews before and after the application of five sessions of auriculotherapy. Data analysis occurred through discursive textual analysis. Results: It was evidenced that anxiety and stress had negative repercussions on the participants' occupational performance, i.e., sleep and rest occupations, activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, health management, leisure and social participation. After the applications of auriculotherapy, participants observed improvement in sleep quality, increased mood and feeling of tranquility to perform and organize household tasks, appetite regulation, greater involvement in personal care and actions to prevent injuries and health promotion, increased focus during leisure performance and improvement in family relationships. In addition, participation in the study raised reflections about the importance of engaging more in the occupation of rest; on the need to better manage their time and to find strategies that contribute to the maintenance and potentiation of health. Final considerations: Auriculotherapy reduced anxiety and stress symptoms, as well as demonstrated positive reflexes in the occupational performance of pediatric onco-hematology professionals.