Saline mist and chest taps: a new combo for baby breathing trouble?
NCT ID NCT06441162
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study looked at whether giving infants with bronchiolitis a saltwater mist plus gentle chest tapping every 6 hours helps them get better faster. The trial included 75 children under 2 years old who were in the hospital and needed extra oxygen. Unfortunately, the study was stopped early, so we don't have clear answers yet.
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Locations
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NYU Langone Health
Mineola, New York, 11501, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
nebulized 3% hypertonic saline
What this could lead to
If it worked, this combination might shorten hospital stays and oxygen use for infants with bronchiolitis.
What could go wrong
The study was terminated early, so results are limited. It was small (75 participants) and not randomized, making it hard to draw firm conclusions.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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