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

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

learning disability

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Alazhar University

    Damietta, Egypt