Impact of Swaddle Blanket on Gastroesophageal Reflux
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease , Cardiology, Pulmonary |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Cardiology / Vascular Diseases, Gastroenterology, Pulmonary / Respiratory Diseases |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | Any |
| Updated: | 4/2/2016 |
| Start Date: | February 2014 |
| End Date: | December 2015 |
| Contact: | Mary T Carbone, MD |
| Phone: | 201-447-8152 |
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.
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.
Inclusion Criteria:
- NICU patients who have a 5 channel study requested by the attending neonatologist -
Exclusion Criteria:
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