Exploring critical intervention features and trial processes in the evaluation of sensory integration therapy for autistic children.

ABSTRACT:

Background

We evaluated the clinical and cost-effectiveness of manualised sensory integration therapy (SIT) for autistic children with sensory processing difficulties in a two-arm randomised controlled trial. Trial processes and contextual factors which may have affected intervention outcomes were explored within a nested process evaluation. This paper details the process evaluation methods and results. We also discuss implications for evaluation of individual level, tailored interventions in similar populations.

Methods

The process evaluation was conducted in line with Medical Research Council guidance. Recruitment, demographics, retention, adherence, and adverse effects are reported using descriptive statistics. Fidelity of intervention delivery is reported according to th

SUBMITTER: Randell E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10873975 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature