Baby massage may boost immunity, new study suggests

NCT ID NCT07228728

First seen Nov 16, 2025 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at whether regular skin massage in healthy babies (up to 6 months old) changes immune signals in the skin. Researchers will compare daily massage, twice-weekly massage, and no massage over 8 weeks. The goal is to understand how touch might influence early immune development and skin health.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • St. Thomas' Hospital

    RECRUITING

    London, SE1 7EH, United Kingdom

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