Vibration therapy: a new key to unlocking motor skills in autism?
NCT ID NCT07757035
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether low-frequency whole body vibration—standing on a gently vibrating platform—can improve motor skills and sensory integration in children aged 5 to 9 with mild to moderate autism. Participants receive vibration sessions alongside routine physical therapy, and researchers measure changes in gross motor function and sensory processing. The goal is to see if this simple, drug-free approach can help children move more confidently and handle everyday sensations more comfortably.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- low-frequency whole body vibration therapy
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a non-drug, playful therapy to help children with autism move better and feel more comfortable with sensory input.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not apply to all children with autism. The vibration is generally safe but may not be suitable for those with seizures or other conditions.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Riphah Rehabilitation Center
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan
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