Massage improves growth quality by decreasing body fat deposition in male preterm infants.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To assess the effect of massage on weight gain and body fat deposition in preterm infants.

Study design

Preterm infants (29-32 weeks) were randomized to the massage group (n = 22, 12 girls, 10 boys) or the control group (n = 22, 12 girls, 10 boys). Treatment was masked with massage or control care administered twice-daily by licensed massage therapists (6 d/wk for 4 weeks). Body weight, length, Ponderal Index (PI), body circumferences, and skinfold thickness (triceps, mid-thigh, and subscapular [SSF]) were measured. Circulating insulin-like growth factor I, leptin, and adiponectin levels were determined by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Daily dietary intake was collected.

Results

Energy and protein intake as well as increase in weight, length, and body

SUBMITTER: Moyer-Mileur LJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3549027 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature