Abstract: A tube cleaning apparatus for insertion through a feeding tube inserted within a patient. The apparatus includes an elongated member having a manipulated end and an insertion end sized for insertion through the feeding tube during insertion in the patient. The insertion end includes a resilient material disposed radially thereon, including a plurality of filaments and/or a compressible material. The resilient material provides contact against interior surfaces of the feeding tube during insertion therethrough. A limit member is removably clamped around the elongated member at any position between the manipulated end and the insertion end, providing a maximum limit for insertion of the insertion end through the feeding tube. A method of cleaning is disclosed for utilizing an elongated member having a limit member clamped thereon for cleaning interior surfaces of a feeding tube positioned within a patient.