Massage for Newborns Receiving Nasal CPAP

Launched by SULTAN BESIKTAS · Apr 8, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating the effects of massage on newborns who are receiving a type of breathing support called nasal CPAP. This treatment is often necessary for babies experiencing breathing difficulties, but it can sometimes lead to discomfort and stress. Researchers want to see if massage can help make these babies feel more comfortable and reduce their stress while they are in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

To participate in the trial, newborns need to be over 34 weeks old, weigh at least 2000 grams, and have started nasal CPAP within the first 24 hours. Babies must also be healthy without any major birth complications. Parents will need to give their consent for their baby to take part. Throughout the study, participants can expect to receive gentle massage as part of their care, and the researchers will monitor how it affects their breathing, heart rate, and overall comfort. This trial is not yet recruiting participants, but it aims to provide valuable insights into improving care for newborns in the NICU.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Gestational age greater than 34 weeks
• • 2. Birth weight of 2000 g and above,
• • 3. Within the first 24 hours of nasal CPAP application
• • 4. Fed at least one hour before the procedure,
• • 5. Having no congenital anomaly,
• • 6. Not having any disease at birth such as neonatal asphyxia, hemolytic condition, patent ductus arteriosus (PDA),
• • 7. Those who have not undergone a surgical operation,
• • 8. The mother does not have alcohol, cigarette or other drug addiction,
• • 9. These are newborns to whom one of the parents (mother or father) has given verbal and written consent.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Rh and ABO incompatibility,
• • 2. APGAR score below 6,
• • 3. Analgesic or anesthetic medication is administered for sedation,
• • 4. Saliva sample cannot be taken,
• • 5. NEC developing,
• • 6. Leaving the hospital before the end of the working period,
• • 7. Having had maternal obstetric complications,
• • 8. Receiving blood transfusion during the study,
• • 9. Newborns whose parents wish to withdraw from the study will not be accepted.