Autism spectrum disorders
Conditions
Interventions
Control group:Conventional rehabilitation training combined with taVNS sham stimulation therapy
Treatment group:Conventional rehabilitation training combined with taVNS therapy
Sponsors
Nantong Maternal and Child Health Hospital
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
3 Years to 10 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1.All met the diagnostic criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as specified in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) of the United States; 2.Age range: 3 to 10 years old; 3.The score of the Children's Sleep Habit Questionnaire (CSHQ) is greater than 41 points; 4.The parents of the patient signed the informed consent form and cooperated in completing all the research contents;
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Suffering from childhood schizophrenia or with a history of seizures, abnormal EEG, etc.; 2. Currently taking medication to improve sleep disorders or other symptoms; 3. Currently taking medication to improve sleep disorders or other symptoms; 4. Having metal or electronic devices near the stimulation target area, such as implanted electronic cochleas, pulse generators, medical pumps, etc.; 5. Unable to complete the treatment and withdraw midway.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Autistic behavior; | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Social interaction;Sleep disorders;Emotional problem;Stereotyped behavior; | — |
Countries
China
Contacts
Public ContactGe Xiangyang
Nantong Maternal and Child Health Hospital
Outcome results
None listed