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Vibration therapy: a new key to unlocking motor skills in autism?

NCT ID NCT07757035

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

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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

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

36 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2026

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

5 to 9 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 5-9 years * Clinically diagnosed with mild to moderate Autism Spectrum Disorder according to the childhood autism rating scale (CARS) * Able to stand or sit with support on a WBV platform * Children able to follow simple verbal commands * Children with no visual or auditory defects * Parental/legal guardian consent obtained * Attending regular therapy sessions at the study site Exclusion Criteria: * Children with uncontrolled epilepsy and cerebral palsy * Severe musculoskeletal or orthopedic impairments * Presence of implanted medical devices (e.g., pacemaker) * Any recent surgery (\<6 months) * Children currently undergoing another experimental therapy

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Conditions

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autism autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Autism spectrum disorder

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Riphah Rehabilitation Center

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan

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