Aquatic therapy vs. sensory room for motor skills in children with sensory processing disorder
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This study compares two therapy approaches for children with sensory processing disorder: aquatic therapy (exercises in a pool) and sensory room activities. The goal is to see which helps improve how the body senses and moves.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 4 and 8 years old.
- Your child must have a confirmed diagnosis of a single-channel sensory processing disorder.
- Your child must not have a current illness, fever, or infection.
- Your child must not have uncontrolled seizures or epilepsy.
- Your child must not have a severe fear of water.
- Your child must not have had recent surgery that limits physical activity.
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