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New treatment option for Premature Birth
Official title taVNS-Paired Breastfeeding to Improve Breastfeeding at Discharge
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06417385
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Investigators aim to improve the skills of premature or sick term infants in breastfeeding by boosting motor learning with transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation. Investigators will recruit 10 premature, ≥ 35 weeks gestational age, or convalescing sick term infants admitted to the NICU at MUSC to participate in this study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 35 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Infants ≥ 35 weeks post-menstrual age,
- Clinically stable, without significant respiratory support,
- Deemed safe to breastfeed by OT/SLP/lactation,
- Maternal interest in breastfeeding,
- Are not breastfeeding well despite the assistance of a lactation consultant.
You likely can't join if
- Cardiomyopathy,
- Unstable bradycardia,
- Significant respiratory support,
- Absent maternal interest in breastfeeding, or infant or mother with contraindications to breastfeeding such as infantile galactosemia,
- Maternal HIV without adequate viral suppression,
- Maternal illicit drug use.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 35 weeks and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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