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
Active Locations (1)
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Temple Grandin Equine Center Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado, United States, 80523