Sensory-Motor Integration for Sensory Processing and Balance in ASD
Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · Apr 3, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of October 12, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder often experience significant sensory processing issues and motor coordination challenges, particularly balance deficits. This study evaluates a sensory-motor integration intervention aimed at improving sensory modulation and motor abilities. Participants aged 6 to 12 years are randomized into two groups: an intervention group participating in structured sensory-motor exercises (64 sessions, 4 times weekly, 45 minutes per session), and a control group receiving conventional therapy (primarily Applied Behavior Analysis and massage therapy). Outcomes are ...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Age 6-12 years
- • Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (DSM-5 criteria)
- • Mild-to-moderate ASD severity (CARS score ≤ 39.5)
- • Ability to participate in structured sessions
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Significant physical impairments or medical conditions affecting participation
- • Recent (within 6 months) participation in sensory integration therapy
About Assiut University
Assiut University, a prominent academic institution located in Egypt, is dedicated to advancing medical research and clinical trials that enhance healthcare outcomes. With a strong emphasis on innovation and collaboration, the university engages in a wide array of clinical studies across various disciplines, aiming to contribute valuable insights into disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Assiut University's commitment to ethical research practices and rigorous scientific methodology ensures the integrity and reliability of its clinical trials, ultimately benefiting both the local community and the global medical landscape.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Assiut, Egypt
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported