Effects of a comfortable environment, kangaroo care, and music therapy on newborns in the NICU
Comparative Evaluation Between Preterms and Newborns Undergoing Surgery. Effectiveness of a Multimodal Sensory Intervention on Newborns and Parents' Stress
This study tests whether creating a cozy environment, using kangaroo care, and playing music can help improve the health and happiness of newborns in the NICU.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 0 Days to 3 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Policlinico Universitario, Catania Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Catania, Sicily) |
| Trial ID | NCT06256406 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on improving the well-being of newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) through the implementation of a comfortable environment, kangaroo care, and music therapy. The approach includes controlling environmental factors like temperature and noise to create a soothing atmosphere, while kangaroo care promotes skin-to-skin contact between infants and caregivers to enhance physiological stability and emotional bonding. Additionally, music therapy is incorporated to reduce stress and improve sleep patterns in these vulnerable infants. The combination of these interventions aims to support the physical and emotional health of premature infants during their critical care period.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are newborns hospitalized in the NICU.
Not a fit: Patients who are not hospitalized in the NICU, intubated, or in an unstable clinical condition may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the recovery and developmental outcomes of newborns in the NICU.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with similar interventions, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * newborn hospitalized in NICU Exclusion Criteria: * not hospitalized in NICU, * intubated infants, * instable clinical condition
Where this trial is running
Catania, Sicily
- Neonatal intensive care unit — Catania, Sicily, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Pasqua Betta, MD
- Email: mlbetta@yahoo.it
- Phone: +393396865409
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.