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Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART) Study
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's
Summary
This study will investigate whether a movement and body-based treatment can benefit adults with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The treatment is called Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment, or "SMART", and study participation involves 8 sessions of SMART, as well as pre-treatment, post-treatment, and 3-month follow-up assessments.
Official title: The Effects of Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART) on Adults With PTSD
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2026-04-15
Completion Date
2028-04-15
Last Updated
2026-03-27
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
SMART
A movement and body-based intervention in which participants are encouraged to explore the use of sensory equipment, which may help reduce symptoms related to psychological trauma/PTSD. Sensory equipment includes exercise balls, mini-trampoline, weighted blankets, and a hammock swing.
Locations (1)
London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital
London, Ontario, Canada