Nerve stimulation for swallowing problems in babies
Part of Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a gentle nerve-stimulating device (called taVNS) that sends small pulses to help babies in the NICU who have trouble sucking and swallowing. The goal is to improve their ability to eat by mouth and reduce feeding difficulties.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be at least 37 weeks along (gestational age).
- Your baby has been diagnosed with difficulty sucking or swallowing.
- Your baby is in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
- Your baby does not have a serious heart condition or unstable slow heart rate.
- Your baby does not need heavy breathing support.
- Your baby's gag reflex must be present and they can handle their own spit.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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