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taVNS in Infants Severe Dysphagia
Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina
Summary
This study evaluates the safety, feasibility, and preliminary effects of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) paired with an oral sensorimotor training protocol in infants with severe dysphagia. Infants with significant sucking and swallowing impairment will receive twice-daily taVNS paired with oromotor training over a three-week period. Outcomes include swallowing mechanics, sucking proficiency, and functional feeding performance assessed before and after the intervention.
Official title: Novel Pairing of taVNS and an Oral Sensorimotor Protocol in Infants With Severe Dysphagia
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
Any - 6 Months
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
12
Start Date
2026-08-30
Completion Date
2027-03-31
Last Updated
2026-09-03
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation (taVNS)
A non-invasive neuromodulation intervention delivered via electrodes placed on the ear tragus. Electrical stimulation is delivered at low intensity during feeding-related oromotor training sessions.
Oral Sensorimotor Training Protocol
A structured oromotor stimulation protocol including stimulation of lips, tongue, cheeks, and palate, along with non-nutritive sucking and feeding practice as appropriate.