Gentle massage for toddlers with autism
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a simple, gentle massage routine can help toddlers with autism. It looks at how the massage might affect brain activity and parent-child interaction.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child is between 18 and 24 months old
- Your child has an autism diagnosis, confirmed by two specialists
- A caregiver can commit to the study visits and massage routine
- Your child has no severe movement, vision, or hearing problems and can handle saliva tests and brain scans
- Your child has not had massage, acupuncture, or related treatments in the last 3 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study teaches parents to run play-based activities at home that help children with autism improve social skills. Parents attend one training session and get monthly video check-ins, and the program runs for 6 months.
This study tests a family-focused training program to help parents of toddlers with autism-related behaviors. It is designed for children already receiving early intervention services through BabyNet who show early signs of autism and emotional challenges.
This study tests whether improvisational music therapy can help children with autism improve social communication and well-being. Children attend two music sessions a week with a trained therapist, and the study looks at changes over time.
This study tests whether interactive teaching techniques help autistic children improve their toothbrushing and oral hygiene skills. It aims to make dental care easier and more effective for children with autism.
This study looks at how social behaviors and brain connections develop in infants who have a higher or lower chance of developing autism. It helps doctors understand early signs and may lead to better support for children and families.
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial temporal interference stimulation (a safe electrical method applied to the scalp) to help improve symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The goal is to see if this treatment can help with social communication, behavior, and other autism-related challenges.
Hear when a new Autism trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.