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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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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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