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Is massage the key to better heart rate variability in preterm infants?

In 2013, a groundbreaking study researchers have discovered that massage therapy significantly enhances heart rate variability (HRV), a crucial measure of autonomic nervous system (ANS) function, in preterm infants. The study, led by S. L. Smith and colleagues, involved a randomized, masked longitudinal trial with medically stable preterm infants between 29 to 32 weeks of gestational age. A total of 37 infants participated in the … Continue reading Is massage the key to better heart rate variability in preterm infants?

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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 massage therapy improve sleep quality in premature infants?

In 2014, Yates, et. al., conducted study about Premature birth, which is a common occurrence worldwide, can present a range of challenges for both infants and their parents. One aspect of concern is the potential sleep difficulties faced by preterm infants. In a study conducted by Charlotte C. Yates and a team of researchers, the use of massage therapy as an adjunct intervention to promote … Continue reading Can massage therapy improve sleep quality in premature infants?

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How does tactile-kinesthetic stimulation impact growth and behavior in premature infants?

In 2000, Mathai, et. al., conducted a controlled trial at a prominent teaching hospital, researchers delved into the potential advantages of tactile-kinesthetic stimulation for preterm infants. The study aimed to investigate the impact of this intervention on physiological parameters, physical growth, and behavioral development among preterm infants. The study involved a cohort of 48 well preterm infants, with birth weights ranging from 1000 to 2000 … Continue reading How does tactile-kinesthetic stimulation impact growth and behavior in premature infants?

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