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NICU therapy study aims to boost preemie motor skills and ease parent stress

NCT ID NCT06927037

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how different ways of providing physical therapy in the NICU affect preterm infants born before 29 weeks. Researchers will compare standard care with more immersive therapy models to see which helps improve infants' motor skills and reduces parent stress. About 150 infants and their mothers will take part, with outcomes measured through therapy visits, parent interactions, and motor skill tests.

What this could mean

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Active substance
physical therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify the best way to deliver physical therapy in the NICU, improving motor skills for preterm infants and reducing parent stress.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study with only 150 participants, so results may not apply to all NICU settings. It measures outcomes like therapy visits and parent interactions, not long-term health benefits.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 150 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Nov 2025

Expected to finish

Jun 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Infants and parents identified as part of the NICU at certain University of North Carolina (UNC) Hospital locations

Ages

0 to 99 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Infant Inclusion Criteria: * \<29 weeks gestation at birth * born or transferred to UNC's Newborn Critical Care Center within the first 48 hours of life * If in the SBU or Immersive PT groups: Must be cared for at certain UNC Hospital locations through at least 34 weeks postmenopausal age Infant Exclusion Criteria: * Has a high likelihood of transferring to an outside hospital * Has a genetic abnormality, congenital neurological or musculoskeletal disorder Maternal Inclusion Criteria: * Is the biological parent * Sex is female * Understands English or Spanish Language * Is at least 18 years of age Maternal Exclusion Criteria: * Is not the biological parent * Sex is male * Does not understand English or Spanish language * Is under 18 years of age

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Locations

  • UNC Hospitals

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    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

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