Cognitive training for preterm infants using finger puppets

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a caregiver-implemented early developmental intervention (EDI) that utilizes finger puppets to enhance joint attention and interactive communication in preterm infants. The intervention will be compared to routine EDI care that includes Bookworm training alone. The primary outcome measure will be the Ages and Stages Questionnaire® score at 12 months corrected age, assessing the developmental progress of the infants. The study focuses on infants born at less than 34 weeks' gestation who are off sedatives and invasive respiratory support.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* inborn at UAB, delivered at less than 34 weeks' gestation, 32-39 weeks' PMA, off sedatives, and off invasive respiratory support.

Exclusion Criteria:

* a major malformation, a known syndrome, enrolled in a competing trial targeting neurodevelopmental outcomes as a primary outcome.

Where it's running

• University of Alabama at Birmingham
  Birmingham, Alabama, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Colm P Travers — University of Alabama at Birmingham
• Study coordinator: Tamaryn H Garcia
• Email: thgarcia@uabmc.edu
• Phone: 2059344680

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.