Different methods to strengthen oral muscles for feeding in preterm babies.

Encompass Versus Piomi Oral Stimulation Protocols For Time To Full Oral Feeding In Preterm Infants: Randomised Controlled Trial - NIL

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Phase 3Phase 4

Study type

Interventional

Source

CTRI

Registry ID

CTRI/2026/02/104464

Enrollment

150

Registered

2026-02-20

Start date

Unknown

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2026-03-02

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: P84- Other problems with newborn

Interventions

Intervention1: ENCOMPASS (Enhanced Neuromuscular Coordination through Oral Motor, Proprioception and Sequential Stimulation): ENCOMPASS trough five steps, facial foundation, tongue mastery, palatal an

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Preterm neonates between 28+0 weeks to 33+6 weeks, on partial oral feeds of at least 50 ml/kg/day who are clinically stable

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Major congenital anomalies or craniofacial malformation affecting feeding/airway. Known neuromuscular or genetic syndrome affecting swallowing. Grade 3 /4 IVH; moderate to severe HIE Congenital heart disease requiring surgery or causing hemodynamic stability.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Time to achieve full oral feeding through paladay or katori spoon in preterm neonatesTimepoint: At a post menstrual age of 32 weeks and then after every 2 weeks till discharge	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
Length of hospital stay, Weight gain velocity & NOMAS (Neonatal oromotor assessment score) scoreTimepoint: At 32 weeks post menstrual age & then after every 2 weeks till discharge	—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactKoushik Ray

Graphic Era Institute of Medical Sciences

drkoushikray@gmail.com9874429374

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Mar 14, 2026