CompletedNot Applicable

The Effect of Newborn Massage on Comfort Level and Vital Signs

Turkey (Türkiye)30 participantsStarted 2023-01-03

Plain-language summary

This study was planned as a randomized, controlled, experimental study to examine the effect of neonatal massage on the comfort level and vital signs of newborn babies.An answer to the question "Does massage applied to infants in the neonatal period have an effect on vital signs and comfort level?" will be sought.

Who can participate

Age range1 Day – 7 Days

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Gestational age between 37-42 weeks, * Birth weight of 2500 grams and above, * The infant was hospitalized in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit during data collection, * Completion of 24 hours after birth Exclusion Criteria: * Gestational age below 37 weeks, * Birth weight below 2500 grams, * Refusal of the parent to participate in the study, * The baby is on mechanical ventilation