Sabzevar University of Medical Sciences

True Versus Sham Thread Embedding Acupuncture for Spasticity-Related Symptoms and Disabilities in Multiple Sclerosis: Study Protocol of a Randomized Controlled Trial

Introduction: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease and one of the most common causes of non-traumatic disability in young adults, with over 2.8 million individuals worldwide. Spasticity affects nearly 80% of people with MS (PwMS), contributing to pain, gait dis...

Breastfeeding self-efficacy in mothers and its association with maternal functioning, maternal knowledge, and attitudes toward breastfeeding: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Breastfeeding constitutes a cornerstone intervention, delivering extensive benefits to children, women, and society. Although breastfeeding self-efficacy plays a crucial role in the initiation and continuation of breastfeeding, evidence regarding the factors associated w...

The impact of aromatherapy with passiflora oil on the sleep quality of patients undergoing hemodialysis: a randomized controlled trial

The prevalence of sleep disorders is high among patients undergoing hemodialysis. Hemodialysis patients, often constrained in using conventional sleep medications, face challenges in sleep quality. This study explores the potential impact of Passiflora oil on the sleep quality of...

Dietary amino acid patterns and epilepsy among the PERSIAN cohort population: A cross‐sectional study

Abstract Epilepsy is characterized by the occurrence of at least two unprovoked seizures occurring more than 24 h apart, reflecting a predisposition to recurrent epileptic events. The role of dietary amino acids (AAs) in epilepsy is not clearly understood. To the best of our know...

Impact of a social cognitive theory-based intervention on breakfast consumption among elementary school students

Purpose Breakfast consumption after a night of fasting is crucial for maintaining and improving health, especially during early growth years such as childhood. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the impact of an educational intervention based on Social Cognitive The...

Causes of moral distress in students of the Faculty of Medical Sciences: a qualitative study

Ethical challenges in the educational environment can create conditions for moral distress in students and negatively affect their quality of learning and academic performance. The purpose of the study was to explain the experiences of students regarding the causes of moral distr...