Swimming lessons boost behavior and strength in boys with autism
NCT ID NCT07410897
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether a 16-week swimming and water exercise program could improve behavior and physical skills in 35 boys aged 6 to 12 with mild autism. Half the boys did the water exercises twice a week, while the other half continued their usual school routine. The results showed that the water exercise group had better behavior, flexibility, and handgrip strength compared to the control group.
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Aksaray University
Aksaray, Turkey (Türkiye)
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