Knitted octopus and Mom's scent ease pain in newborns

NCT ID NCT07526233

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

Summary

This study looked at whether a mother's scent and a soft, knitted octopus toy could reduce pain in newborns who had a lack of oxygen at birth (asphyxia) and were receiving cooling treatment. The study included 45 full-term babies in intensive care. Researchers measured pain levels using a special scale to see if these comforting items helped.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

brain hypoxia - ischemia Pain perinatal asphyxia

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gaziantep Private Anka Hospital

    Gaziantep, 27590, Turkey (Türkiye)