Can early physical therapy boost development in preschool kids?
NCT ID NCT07555028
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study in Damietta, Egypt, involved 300 children aged 3 to 5 years to find out how common developmental delays are and whether early physical therapy can help. Kids with delays received twice-weekly therapy for six months, focusing on motor, language, and social skills. Progress was measured using standard tests before and after the program.
What this could mean
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Active substance
physical therapy (motor, language, and social-emotional exercises)
What this could lead to
If the results are positive, this could support using early physical therapy to help preschool children catch up on developmental milestones.
What could go wrong
This is a single completed study in one city with 300 children, so the findings may not apply to other regions or populations. The therapy is not a cure and requires ongoing effort.
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Locations
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Alazhar University
Damietta, Egypt