Chiropractic for Kids With Sensory Processing Challenges

NCT07256327 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: EXPTP011226
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 20
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

The main aim of this pilot observational study is to investigate the feasibility of implementing our novel assessment battery in tandem with normal and customary chiropractic care in a practice-based setting using a pediatric population with parent-reported sensory processing disorder (SPD). The secondary aim is to assess potential changes in objective and subjective outcomes.

Conditions

Sensory Processing Disorder

Keywords

Pediatrics; Chiropractic; Autonomic Nervous System; Pilot Projects; Sensation Disorders; Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (4)

• Proportion of enrollees who are eligible to participate

  The number of enrollees (i.e., participants who consent/assent) who score ≤154 on the baseline Short Sensory Profile (SSP), divided by the total number of enrollees. This assesses 'Eligibility'.

  From enrollment to baseline SSP score evaluation (up to 1 hour)

• Proportion of participants able to tolerate the assessments

  The number of participants able to complete all baseline assessments as directed, divided by the total number of participants. This assesses 'Tolerability'.

  From enrollment to baseline assessment completion (up to 1 hour)

• Proportion of participants adhering to the recommended care plan

  The number of participants attending 15 sessions of chiropractic care within 10 weeks, divided by the total number of participants. This assesses 'Adherence'.

  From enrollment to the end of participation (up to 10 weeks)

• Proportion of participants retained in the study

  The number of participants attending the 3rd and final assessment session, divided by the total number of participants. This assesses 'Retention'.

  From enrollment to the end of the 10 week study period.

Secondary Outcomes (3)

• Change in Heart Rate Variability (HRV)

  From enrollment to the end of participation (up to 10 weeks)

• Change in Short Sensory Profile (SSP) Scores

  From enrollment to the end of participation (up to 10 weeks)

• Change in Pediatric Autonomic Symptom Scales (PASS) Scores

  From enrollment to the end of participation (up to 10 weeks)

Study Arms (1)

Children (5-12) with SPD-Related Symptoms

Children aged 5-12 years whose parents/caregivers identify the presence of symptoms associated with sensory processing disorder (SPD). A formal clinical diagnosis is not required for inclusion.

Interventions

Chiropractic Care

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 5 Years - 12 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Child (0-17)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Children aged 5-12 years whose parents/caregivers identify the presence of symptoms associated with sensory processing disorder (SPD). A formal clinical diagnosis is not required for inclusion.

You may qualify if:

• years of age.
• SSP total scores ≤154

You may not qualify if:

• A known heart condition, including pacemakers
• Chiropractic care within the past 30 days

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Life University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Well Adjusted Students

Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, 54729, United States

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Sensation Disorders; Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Neurologic Manifestations; Nervous System Diseases; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms; Mental Disorders

Study Officials

• Tyson Perez, DC, PhD

  Life University

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

Research Programs & Grants Administrator

CONTACT

678-331-4527; angela.seckington@life.edu

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: COHORT
• Time Perspective: PROSPECTIVE
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: PI

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: November 20, 2025
• First Posted: December 1, 2025
• Study Start: August 1, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): December 1, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): December 1, 2026
• Last Updated: May 8, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-05

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will share
• Shared Documents: ANALYTIC CODE
• Time Frame: (start date): within 1 year of study completion. (end date): indefinitely
• Access Criteria: IPD, metadata \& analytic code necessary to reproduce results will be made publicly accessible via a data repository

Locations

US (1)