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Impact of Swaddle Blanket on Gastroesophageal Reflux
Sponsor: Valley Health System
Summary
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has been reported in up to 85% of all infants born prematurely, and has been associated with a wide range of symptoms. These include irritability, pauses in breathing, heart rate drops, declines in oxygen levels, chronic lung disease, and delays in growth and development. A novel approach to the mangement of GERD in infants is the use of an abdominal band, applying gentle pressure and possibly reducing the reflux of acid from the stomach. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of a swaddle blanket with an abdominal band insert on the incidence of infant apnea, bradycardia, oxygen declines, and pH (acid) changes.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
2 Days - 180 Days
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
50
Start Date
2014-02
Completion Date
2015-10
Last Updated
2026-06-05
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Swaddle Blanket
Two arms involve varying time spent in blanket
Locations (1)
The Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States