Belly rubs beat bloating: massage eases tummy troubles for ICU tots
NCT ID NCT04841174
First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study looked at whether gentle abdominal massage can reduce stomach problems in children aged 1 to 24 months who are on breathing machines and feeding tubes in the pediatric ICU. Researchers measured things like vomiting, belly swelling, and bowel movements before and after massage. The goal was to see if this simple, low-cost nursing technique could improve digestion and comfort for these critically ill children.
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Bakırkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital
Bakırköy, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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