“Comparative Study of Mitchell’s Physiological Relaxation Technique Versus Jacobson’s Progressive Relaxation Technique in Controlling Stress Among Diabetics”

Abstract

Objectives:To compare the effects of Mitchell’s physiological relaxation technique versus Jacobson’s progressive muscle relaxation technique in controlling stress among Diabetics.

Methods:A total of 120 subjects were chosen as per inclusion and exclusion criteria via convenient sampling method. Subjects who were diagnosed with Diabetes were recruited in the study between the age group of 40-50 years.120 subjects were divided into two groups, 60 subjects each. Subjects of both the groups were assessed and asked to fill in Diabetes distress scale questionnaire. Group ‘A’ received Jacobson progressive muscle relaxation technique while group ‘B’ received Mitchell’s physiological relaxation technique on alternate days of 45 days protocol. Then subjects were reassessed following 45 days protocol and were asked to fill in the Diabetes distress scale questionnaire again then its score was calculated.

Result:The result was calculated by using the independent T – test. Significant and non- significant result came out as per variables.

Conclusion:The study concluded that: Comparison between Jacobson’s progressive relaxation technique and Mitchell’s physiological relaxation techniques on Diabetes distress scale day 1 and day 45 was significant. Both the techniques had a positive impact on patient’s quality of life and relaxation aspect.