Baby massage may boost immunity: new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07228728

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how regular skin massage affects the immune system of healthy babies up to 6 months old. Researchers will compare daily massage, twice-weekly massage, and no massage over 8 weeks to see if massage changes immune signals in the skin. The goal is to understand if massage can influence skin health and immune development in early life.

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Locations

  • St. Thomas' Hospital

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    London, SE1 7EH, United Kingdom

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