A new incubator pad to help premature infants with breathing problems.
Prapela® SVS incubator pad: A cost-effective stochastic vibrotactile device to improve the clinical course of infants with apnea of prematurity.
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · PRAPELA, INC. · NIH-11047736
This study is testing a new kind of pad that gently vibrates to help premature babies who have trouble breathing, with the hope of making them feel better and reducing their breathing problems.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | PRAPELA, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Portland, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11047736 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a novel incubator pad designed to provide stochastic vibrotactile stimulation to premature infants suffering from apnea of prematurity (AOP). The pad aims to improve the clinical management of AOP, which affects a significant number of preterm infants. By using this device, the research will assess its safety, efficacy, and overall impact on reducing apnea events compared to traditional treatments. The approach combines innovative technology with established clinical practices to enhance care for vulnerable newborns.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are premature infants, particularly those born at or before 34 weeks of gestation, who are experiencing apnea of prematurity.
Not a fit: Patients who are full-term infants or those who do not exhibit symptoms of apnea of prematurity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the frequency of apnea episodes in premature infants, improving their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies using similar vibrotactile stimulation techniques have shown promising results, indicating a potential for significant advancements in treating apnea of prematurity.
Where this research is happening
Portland, UNITED STATES
- PRAPELA, INC. — Portland, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KONSIN, JOHN PHILLIP — PRAPELA, INC.
- Study coordinator: KONSIN, JOHN PHILLIP
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.