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The Effect of Massage on Sleep Quality, Stress, Comfort, and Vital Signs in Preterm Infants

RecruitingNAAges 35 Months - 37 MonthsAllYuzuncu Yil University
NCT07322731 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of massage therapy on sleep quality, stress, comfort, and vital signs in preterm infants (gestational age 35-37 weeks) admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Van YYU Training and Research Hospital. Infants in the intervention group will receive a 15-minute massage three times a day for three consecutive days, while the control group will receive standard care. Data will be collected using the Premature Infant Comfort Scale, Neonatal Stress Scale, actigraphy for sleep monitoring, and vital sign measurements. The study aims to determine whether massage therapy can improve the overall well-being and development of preterm infants in NICU settings.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Preterm infants born between 35-37 weeks gestational age. * Admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). * Medically stable and cleared for massage therapy by neonatologist. * Parental/guardian consent obtained. Exclusion Criteria: * Infants with congenital anomalies or major medical complications. * Infants requiring mechanical ventilation or intensive respiratory support. * Infants with known neurological disorders. * Parental/guardian refusal or inability to participate.
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What it tests

  • Infant Massage Therapy
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Where

1 site
Van Regional Training and Research Hospital
Van, Turkey (Türkiye)
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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