Moving in the water: A randomized controlled trial on the effects of aquatic therapy on general movements and clinical outcomes in preterm newborns | Synapse
February 2, 2026
Moving in the water: A randomized controlled trial on the effects of aquatic therapy on general movements and clinical outcomes in preterm newborns
Key Points
The study aims to evaluate the impact of aquatic therapy on general movements and clinical outcomes in preterm newborns.
Conducted a randomized controlled trial
Focused on preterm newborns
Aquatic therapy was the primary intervention
Measured general movements and clinical outcomes as key indicators
Aquatic therapy demonstrated positive effects on general movements.
Improved clinical outcomes were observed in preterm newborns receiving the therapy.
Significant improvements were noted compared to control group.
Abstract
Trial registered in the Brazilian Clinical Trials Registry (ReBec). ReBec is a Primary Registry in the WHO Registry Network. Trial nº. RBR-5n82tv. https://ensaiosclinicos.gov.br/rg/RBR-5n82tv/.