Status:

COMPLETED

Piloting an Enhanced Protocol of Occupational Therapy in an Equine Environment for Youth With Autism

Lead Sponsor:

Colorado State University

Collaborating Sponsors:

Hearts and Horses Therapeutic Riding Center

Conditions:

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Eligibility:

All Genders

6-13 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to learn about occupational therapy for youth with autism in a traditional clinic environment, and in an equine environment. 20 youth with autism will participate in 10 we...

Detailed Description

The purpose of this study is to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of occupational therapy in an equine environment (OTEE) for youth with autism. As a feasibility study, t...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Score ≥ 15 on the Social Communication Questionnaire
  • Diagnosed with autism by a community provider
  • Meet clinical cut-offs for autism on the ADOS or ADOS-2
  • Can follow 1-step directions
  • Score \>10 on ABC-C irritability subscale
  • Meet symptom criterion score of CASI-5 for mood, anxiety, or ADHD diagnosis
  • Meet PATH Intl medical and behavioral standards, and can ride a horse for 10 minutes while following safety rules.

Exclusion

  • Participated in equine-assisted activities or therapies for 5 or more hours in the last 6 months
  • Weigh more than 200 pounds

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

January 20 2020

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

November 9 2021

Estimated Enrollment :

20 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT04482088

Start Date

January 20 2020

End Date

November 9 2021

Last Update

August 22 2022

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Temple Grandin Equine Center Colorado State University

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States, 80523

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