Infant massage is performed in various international contexts. There is a need for an
updated literature review on this topic. The purpose of the current review was to investigate …

To inform changes to the Supporting and Enhancing NICU Sensory Experiences (SENSE)
program, studies investigating sensory-based interventions in the NICU with preterm infants …

Infant massage is an ancient therapeutic technique used around the world. For infants who
experience painful procedures, are exposed to the stressful NICU environment, and are …

Background Breakdown of the developmentally immature epidermal barrier may permit
entry for micro‐organisms leading to invasive infection in preterm infants. Topical emollients …

Background Preterm constitutes a major part of neonatal mortality, particularly in India. Due
to dermal immaturity, preterm neonates are susceptible to various complications like …

The Supporting and Enhancing NICU Sensory Experiences (SENSE) program promotes
consistent, age-appropriate, responsive, and evidence-based positive sensory exposures …

Background Newborn oil massage is a widespread practice. Vigorous massage with
potentially harmful products and forced removal of vernix may disrupt skin barrier integrity …

Background The effect of massage therapy alone or together with passive mobilisations on
weight gain and length of hospitalisation in very preterm and moderate-to-late preterm …

OBJECTIVE To investigate the effect of sunflower seed oil (SSO) and almond oil (AO) on
stratum corneum hydration and Neonatal Skin Condition Scores (NSCSs) of preterm infants …

Background Massage and touch-based treatment are popular despite limited evidence from
high quality clinical trials. This article reviews the rationale and evidence of treating older …