Saline mist and chest taps: could this combo help sick babies breathe easier?
NCT ID NCT06441162
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
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 babies 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.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- nebulized 3% hypertonic saline
- What this could lead to
- If it worked, this combination might shorten hospital stays and reduce oxygen needs 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.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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NYU Langone Health
Mineola, New York, 11501, United States
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