Attention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderNCT07466147
The Effect of Playful Physiotherapy Intervention
A study testing Playful physiotherapy programme in people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder, run by University of Tartu at 1 site in Estonia.
Trial summary
The goal of this quasi-experimental study is to evaluate the changes in emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial functioning of children aged 7-12 following a playful physiotherapy intervention. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 7 to 12 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder
- What is being tested?
- Playful physiotherapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 25 participants
- Where
- 1 siteEstonia
- Study dates
- May 2026to Feb 2027
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 7 to 12 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Child
Who may be able to join
- Age 5-12 years;
- Clinical diagnosis: ADHD, ASD, behavioral regulation difficulties, and/or social adaptation difficulties in group settings;
- Participation in physiotherapy at ProVida Clinic or assessment by the clinic's rehabilitation team regarding suitability for participation;
- Ability to participate in movement- and play-based activities in a group format;
- Proficiency in Estonian;
- No prior participation in a similar group.
Who cannot join
- Acute or chronic medical condition that prevents active participation;
- Severe cognitive or sensory impairment that prevents understanding of activities or safe participation;
- Situations in which the child's participation may disrupt group functioning or compromise safety.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
About this study
Official title: The Effect of Playful Physiotherapy Intervention on Emotional Self-regulation in Children Aged 7-12 Years Old With Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Special Needs in a Rehabilitation Setting.
The goal of this quasi-experimental study is to evaluate the changes in emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial functioning of children aged 7-12 following a playful physiotherapy intervention. The study focused on the potential effects of a play- and body-based intervention on children's daily functioning, based on parent-reported assessments
The main question[s] it aims to answer [is/are]:
Participants will be evaluated based on the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire and KIDSCREEN-27 before and after the playful physiotherapy intervention programme.
- Being tested
- Playful physiotherapy programme
- Medical subject headings
- Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Autism Spectrum Disorder
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Playful physiotherapy programmeOther
Subjects will attend playful physiotherapy sessions
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention group | Experimental | Not described Receives: Other: Playful physiotherapy programme |
| Control group | No intervention | Not described |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Quality of life of the participants
Quality of life of the participants is evaluated by their parents using KIDSCREEN-27
Measured: Baseline and to the end of the intervention at 6 weeks
Positive and negative aspects of psychosocial functioning of the participants
Positive and negative aspects of participants' psychosocial functioning is evaluated bu their parents using SDQ scale.
Measured: Baseline and to the end of the intervention at 6 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted12 Mar 2026
- Study startMay 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completionFeb 2027 (estimated)
- Study completionFeb 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Non-randomised
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 25 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- University of Tartu
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Hanna Kalajas-Tilga, University of Tartu
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07466147
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- VaimseterviseFT
- Status last verified
- Apr 2026
- First submitted
- 16 Feb 2026
- Last updated
- 5 May 2026
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Undecided: IPD is considered to make available in the Open Science Foundation website.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 May 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of Playful Physiotherapy Intervention on Emotional Self-regulation in Children Aged 7-12 Years Old With Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Special Needs in a Rehabilitation Setting.
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07466147
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- VaimseterviseFT
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 25 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- University of TartuUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- May 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- Feb 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion
- Feb 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 12 Mar 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The goal of this quasi-experimental study is to evaluate the changes in emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial functioning of children aged 7-12 following a playful physiotherapy intervention. The study focused on the potential effects of a play- and body-based intervention on children's daily functioning, based on parent-reported assessments
The main question[s] it aims to answer [is/are]:
Participants will be evaluated based on the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire and KIDSCREEN-27 before and after the playful physiotherapy intervention programme.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Non-randomised
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention group | Experimental | Other: Playful physiotherapy programme |
| Control group | No intervention | – |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 7 to 12 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Child
Key inclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Age 5-12 years;
- Clinical diagnosis: ADHD, ASD, behavioral regulation difficulties, and/or social adaptation difficulties in group settings;
- Participation in physiotherapy at ProVida Clinic or assessment by the clinic's rehabilitation team regarding suitability for participation;
- Ability to participate in movement- and play-based activities in a group format;
- Proficiency in Estonian;
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Acute or chronic medical condition that prevents active participation;
- Severe cognitive or sensory impairment that prevents understanding of activities or safe participation;
- Situations in which the child's participation may disrupt group functioning or compromise safety.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Playful physiotherapy programmeSubjects will attend playful physiotherapy sessions | Other | Intervention group |
Primary outcome
Quality of life of the participants
Time frame: Baseline and to the end of the intervention at 6 weeks
Quality of life of the participants is evaluated by their parents using KIDSCREEN-27
Positive and negative aspects of psychosocial functioning of the participants
Time frame: Baseline and to the end of the intervention at 6 weeks
Positive and negative aspects of participants' psychosocial functioning is evaluated bu their parents using SDQ scale.
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 May 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Undecided. IPD is considered to make available in the Open Science Foundation website.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Playful physiotherapy programme in people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder, run by University of Tartu at 1 site in Estonia.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 6 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 May 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Estonia. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Hanna Kalajas-Tilga, PhD (+37258361041, h9kala@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Quality of life of the participants (time frame: Baseline and to the end of the intervention at 6 weeks). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 May 2026.