Zap to latch: nerve stimulation may help preemies breastfeed
NCT ID NCT06417385
First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive nerve stimulation (taVNS) given during breastfeeding can help premature or sick newborns learn to breastfeed more effectively. Ten infants in the NICU will receive daily stimulation paired with feeding for up to two weeks. Researchers will measure milk intake, feeding duration, and latch quality to see if this approach improves breastfeeding skills before discharge.
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Medical University of South Carolina Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGCharleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States
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