Author Information
Erika De Cássia Lopes Chaves is affiliated with the Nursing School and Postgraduate Program in Nursing at the Federal University of Alfenas, located at 700 Gabriel Monteiro da Silva St., Alfenas, Minas Gerais, 37130-001, Brazil. Her research work prominently spans various domains within nursing, with a particular emphasis on complementary and integrative therapies, chronic pain management, and the psychological aspects of nursing care.Research Contributions
Erika De Cássia Lopes Chaves has made significant contributions to the field of nursing through her research on various therapeutic interventions and their impact on chronic conditions and psychological well-being. Her studies have explored the effects of low-power laser auriculotherapy, ear acupuncture combined with cupping therapy, and intercessory prayer on chronic pain and spiritual distress. Additionally, she has investigated the physical and emotional factors associated with chronic back pain, self-care education for diabetic foot management, and the academic and legal aspects of complementary therapies in nursing. Her work has also delved into the impact of alcohol consumption among adolescents and the implications of religious/spiritual coping mechanisms in cancer patients.Aliases
Erika De Cássia Lopes Chaves is known by several aliases, including Érika De Cássia Lopes Chaves, Erika De Cassia Lopes Chaves, Erika De Cássia Lopes Chaves, Erika Chaves, and Érika C.L. Chaves.Publication and Citation Metrics
| Metric |
Value |
| Total Papers |
50 |
| Total Citations |
687 |
| h-index |
15 |
