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Introducing an osteopathic approach into neonatology ward: the NE-O model

Francesco Cerritelli1,2, Marta Martelli1,2, Cinzia Renzetti1,2

  • 1EBOM - European Institute for Evidence Based Osteopathic Medicine, Pescara, Italy.

Chiropractic & Manual Therapies
|June 7, 2014
PubMed

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Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) offers benefits for newborns, including reduced hospital stays. The NE-O model provides a standardized osteopathic approach for neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), proving safe and effective.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal care
  • Osteopathic medicine
  • Pediatric intensive care

Background:

  • Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) has demonstrated positive outcomes in neonatal care, including reduced hospital stays and improved infant conditions.
  • A need exists for standardized osteopathic evaluation and treatment protocols for newborns in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a standardized protocol, the NE-O model, for osteopathic treatment of hospitalized newborns in NICUs.
  • To enhance the clinical application and effectiveness of osteopathy within the NICU environment.

Main Methods:

  • The NE-O model incorporates specific evaluation tests and tailored osteopathic treatments for preterm and term infants.
  • The model considers the unique needs of the NICU environment and the integrated medical and paramedical assistance.

Main Results:

  • The NE-O model, adopted in 2006, has shown efficacy in reducing length of stay and hospital costs for preterm infants.
  • Research indicates that the NE-O model is a safe intervention for neonates.

Conclusions:

  • This paper outlines essential steps for a rigorous and effective osteopathic approach in the NICU.
  • The NE-O model serves as a scientific and methodological example of integrated medicine and complex interventions in neonatal care.
Abstract

Keywords:
Complementary and alternative medicineIntegrated medicineNeonatology intensive care unitNewbornsOsteopathic manipulative treatment

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