Abdominal electrical acupoint stimulation for young children with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a gentle, non-needle therapy (using mild electrical pulses on the belly) to see if it helps children with autism. It's for kids aged 3 to 6 years who have not tried this kind of treatment before.
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Who can take part
- Your child must have a confirmed diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) based on current diagnostic standards.
- Your child must be between 3 and 6 years old.
- Your child must not have other serious conditions like epilepsy, Rett syndrome, schizophrenia, or severe hearing/vision problems.
- Your child must not have taken antibiotics (oral or injection) in the last 30 days.
- Your child must not have had acupuncture, electroacupuncture, or TEAS treatment before.
- Your child must not be on antipsychotic medications or probiotic supplements in the last 30 days.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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