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Can massage and music alleviate fatigue in NICU mothers of premature newborns?

In 2020, a clinical trial conducted by Abadian at Valiye Asr Hospital in Tehran, Iran, researchers aimed to explore the comparative effects of massage and music interventions on fatigue in mothers with premature newborns in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). The study employed a clinical trial with a crossover design, involving 41 mothers with premature neonates hospitalized in the NICU. The participants were randomly assigned … Continue reading Can massage and music alleviate fatigue in NICU mothers of premature newborns?

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Can patient expectations predict the success of acupuncture and massage in alleviating chronic low back pain?

In 2001, Kalauokalani, et. al., conducted study about Chronic low back pain which is a complex medical issue often challenging to manage due to various factors, including psychological influences and the absence of a definitive superior treatment. In light of these challenges, a recent sub analysis of a randomized clinical trial examined the potential link between a patient’s expectations and the effectiveness of specific treatments … Continue reading Can patient expectations predict the success of acupuncture and massage in alleviating chronic low back pain?

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