Clinical Research Directory
Browse clinical research sites, groups, and studies.
Play Based Approach Among Autism
Sponsor: Saveetha University
Summary
This pilot study evaluates the effectiveness of the B.A.S.I.C.S. framework, a multimodal play-based intervention designed for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The framework integrates balance, autonomy, social interaction, cognition, and self-reliance through structured, play-based therapeutic activities. The intervention combines motor, sensory, cognitive, communication, and peer-based activities within a therapeutic setting. Children with ASD aged 6-12 years who met the predefined eligibility criteria participated in the intervention. Participants received 45-minute multimodal play therapy sessions three times per week for six weeks. Activities were individualized and progressively graded according to each child's tolerance and performance. The effectiveness of the intervention was evaluated by comparing pre-intervention and post-intervention scores on the WeeFIM (Functional Independence Measure for Children) and the Paediatric Balance Scale. The primary purpose was to determine whether participation in the B.A.S.I.C.S. framework was associated with improvements in functional independence and balance among children with ASD. This study provides preliminary evidence regarding the potential effectiveness of a structured multimodal play-based approach that integrates motor, sensory, cognitive, and social components to support functional outcomes in children with ASD.
Official title: Effectiveness of the B.A.S.I.C.S. Framework as a Multimodal Play-Based Intervention for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
6 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
120
Start Date
2026-01-03
Completion Date
2026-07-30
Last Updated
2026-09-10
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
B.A.S.I.C.S FRAMEWORK
The B.A.S.I.C.S. framework is a structured multimodal play-based intervention integrating five domains: Balance, Autonomy, Social Interaction, Cognition, and Self-reliance. The intervention combines motor, sensory, cognitive, communication, and peer-based activities through structured therapeutic play. Activities include cognitive-motor obstacle courses, perceptual-motor tasks, peer-based balance activities, synchronized rhythmic movements, PECS-based functional communication activities, and sensory-motor fine-motor activities with cognitive tasks. Activities are individualized and progressively graded according to the child's tolerance and performance.
Conventional Physiotherapy
Conventional physiotherapy consisting of therapeutic exercises and activities primarily targeting gross and fine motor skills, balance, coordination, and postural control. The intervention focuses on improving motor performance and physical functional abilities through routine physiotherapy techniques.
Locations (1)
Saveetha Medical College and Hospital
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India