Evaluating the effect of exercise on the postpartum quality of life

Mothers are potentially susceptible to some complications, postpartum which would affect their wellbeing. So, it is essential to deliver appropriate postpartum care, to improve physical, mental and social wellbeing. The current study was carried out to assess the effect of physical exercise on postpartum maternal physical, mental, social and general wellbeing. This is a semi-experimental, anterograde study which was fulfilled on experiment and control groups. The data was gathered by interviewing and a self-made questionnaire. The data was analyzed using independent t-test by SPSS software. Findings demonstrated that the experiment group scored higher in all aspects of life quality. Significant statistical difference was noted in general [P= 0.000], social [P= 0.011] and mental wellbeing [P= 0.005]; while, the difference between two groups in physical wellbeing was statistically significant. Various aspects of life quality would be affected by postpartum physical exercise. So, women should be encouraged to take exercise, postpartum to improve their quality of life

Assumption of anabolic-androgenic steroids among Isfahan university students: prevalence, and awareness about their side effects

Different worldwide studies have shown the use of anabolic-androgenic steroids amongst adolescents and young people. Most of these drugs are being used without a physician's prescription and without any awareness of their side effects. The aim of the present study is to examine the amount of AAS drugs used by Isfahan University students and their awareness of the side effects of such drugs. The present study is a descriptive one. Target population included of all male students of Isfahan University who were available to participate in this research. The measuring instruments were anonymous self-reported questionnaires which were distributed among 315 university students. The answer rates were 80% [252 at 315]. The results of data analyses indicate that 8.3% [21 persons] have already used steroids at least once and 5.55 [14 persons] are currently using these drugs. The main reason of using these drugs is the increase in muscular tissues and strength. 6% [15 persons] of these drug users believe that tiny dosage of these drugs or using them with some drugs which take the poison away from body have no disadvantage. 1.6% [4 person] said that despite awareness of the side effects of such drugs, they are using these drugs and 0/8% [2 person] assumed that they does not have any side effects. The results of this study show the large amount of using AAS drugs and user's awareness or incorrect awareness about the side effects of these drugs and also the necessity of some prevention programs

effect of postpartum exercise on mothers' quality of life

In postpartum period, mothers are exposed to some potential complications and their health many decrease. Therefore, cares for the promotion of their health is necessary. Encouragement of mothers for exercise and supporting them is one of the postpartum cares, but its effect on postpartum health of mother has not been assessed yet. This was a prospective quasi experimental study that covered 62 women divided into two groups. The subjects were selected by convenience sampling. The data were collected through questionaires. The data were analyzed with SPSS. In six weeks after childbirth, the mean score of general, social and psychological health of case group was significantly higher than control group. There was a significant difference between two groups. [General health [p<0/001],[social] [p=0/01]], psychological [p=0/005], but there was no significant difference in physical health [p=0/082]. Subscales were significantly higher in case group. Two groups were matched in demographic variables. The case group's health was better than control groups'. Case group included mothers exercising in postpartum period while control group included those not. Therefore, instruction and encouragement of mothers to postpartum exercise and supporting them is beneficial to mothers' health and quality of life