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Ancient qigong technique tested for autism: could massage ease sensory struggles?

NCT ID NCT06893679

Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a daily routine of gentle massage and deep breathing, called qigong sensory training, could help children with autism who have trouble processing sensory information. Twenty-six children aged 4 to 12 received 15-minute sessions twice a day, five days a week, for eight weeks. Researchers measured changes in sensory responses and behavior before and after the program.

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Active substance
qigong sensory training (massage and deep breathing)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to help children with autism manage sensory sensitivities and improve behavior.
What could go wrong
This is a very small study (26 participants) with no control group, so results may not be reliable or apply to all children with autism. The intervention is time-intensive (twice daily for 8 weeks).

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

26 people

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Started

Mar 2025

Finished

Sep 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

4 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 4 to12 years diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. * Male and Female will be included in study. * Parental/guardian consent to participate in the study. * Children do not receive any other intervention therapy during study Exclusion Criteria: * Children with severe physical disabilities that significantly impair their ability to participate in touch-based interventions, as determined by a qualified healthcare provider. * Children diagnosed with severe psychiatric conditions other than autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including but not limited to schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe anxiety disorders.

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Conditions

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autism autism spectrum disorder Behavior

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Autism

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Nishtar Medical University, Multan

    Multan Khurd, Punjab Province, 60000, Pakistan

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