The effect of tactile-kinesthetic stimulation on growth indices of healthy neonates.

Therapeutic touch is emphasized by healthcare professionals for improvement of neonates' growth and development. However, inconsistencies exist regarding effects and methods of massage in neonates. The purpose of this clinical trial is to assess and comprise intervention and control groups regarding the effects of tactile-kinesthetic stimulation (TKS) by mothers on growth indices of healthy term neonates.

Physical Activity Patterns in the Elderly Kashan Population.

Background: Physical activity is an important component of health in old age that provides personal independence, physical ability, and quality of life.

Objectives: The current study aimed to evaluate physical activity and associated factors among the elderly population in Kashan, Iran.

Patients And Methods: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study.

The Correlation of Social Support and Social Participation of Older Adults in Bandar Abbas, Iran.

Social participation is a criterion for successful aging. Research has shown that social participation decreases in older adults. However, the role of social support on older adults' social participation has received little attention, especially in eastern countries, such as Iran.

Mothers' satisfaction with two systems of providing care to their hospitalized children.

Background: Despite the paramount importance of the patient's satisfaction, there are limited data on mothers' satisfaction with the nursing care provided to their children in Iranian clinical settings.

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate mothers' satisfaction with two systems of providing care to their hospitalized children.

Patients And Methods: This research was a two-group quasi-experimental study.