Simple mouth exercises may help tiny preemies feed and grow faster

NCT ID NCT07366190

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Necmettin Erbakan University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a gentle mouth exercise program called PIOMI on preterm babies born between 26 and 30 weeks. Half of the 32 babies received the exercises twice daily for a week, while the other half got standard care. Researchers looked at whether the exercises improved breastfeeding, weight gain, and how long babies stayed in the hospital.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Premature Infant Oral Motor Intervention (PIOMI) - a series of gentle mouth exercises
What this could lead to: If it works, this simple exercise program could help preterm babies feed better, gain weight faster, and leave the hospital sooner.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early study with only 16 babies per group. Results may not apply to all preterm infants, and the exercises may not work for every baby.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Premature Birth Weight Gain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PREMATURITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Necmettin Erbakan University

Konya, Konya, 40336, Turkey (Türkiye)

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