RecruitingNCT06927037

Immersive Physical Therapy in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Immersive Physical Therapy in the NICU: Comparing Delivery Models to Improve Infant and Parent Outcomes


Sponsor

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Enrollment

150 participants

Start Date

Nov 1, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

To learn if and how the physical and occupational therapy program in the Newborn Critical Care Center helps parents with their stress levels and ability to meet the needs of their preterm infants.


Eligibility

Min Age: 0 YearsMax Age: 99 Years

Inclusion Criteria7

  • \<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
  • Is the biological parent
  • Sex is female
  • Understands English or Spanish Language
  • Is at least 18 years of age

Exclusion Criteria6

  • Has a high likelihood of transferring to an outside hospital
  • Has a genetic abnormality, congenital neurological or musculoskeletal disorder
  • 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(1)

UNC Hospitals

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States

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