Playtime power: movement program boosts skills in kids with autism
NCT ID NCT07386106
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether a 12-week structured movement program could help young children (ages 4-6) with autism improve their motor skills and daily functioning. Twenty-eight children participated; some did the movement program twice a week plus their usual education, while others only had usual education. Results showed that the movement program may support better coordination and independence in daily activities.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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28 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Apr 2025
- Finished
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Sep 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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4 to 6 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Being between 4 and 6 years of age * Having no health problems that would prevent participation in the study * Having been diagnosed with autism according to the Health Board and Guidance and Research Center (RAM) report * Not having previously participated in any motor-supported education programs (e.g., occupational therapy sessions) * Having no additional diagnoses related to physical or intellectual disabilities other than autism spectrum disorder Exclusion Criteria: * The participant's failure to attend the training program for three consecutive sessions * The participant's failure to fulfill the assigned responsibilities * The participant's voluntary withdrawal from the study at any stage for any reason
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istanbul Aydin University
Istanbul, Esenyurt, 34320, Turkey (Türkiye)
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