Play therapy shows promise for kids with mild intellectual disability
NCT ID NCT06735482
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a structured program of therapeutic play activities could improve motor adaptive behavior in 20 Egyptian children aged 5-9 with mild intellectual disability. The children took part in 24 play sessions over 2 months, focusing on core strength, coordination, and balance. Researchers measured changes using the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale 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
- therapeutic play program
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to help children with mild intellectual disability improve their motor skills and daily independence.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small study (20 children) with no blinding or randomization, so results may not be reliable or apply to other groups. The intervention is behavioral, not a cure.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Beni-Suef University
Banī Suwayf, Beni Suweif Governorate, 62521, Egypt
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