Massage May Help Children with Autism
Researchers in the Korean institute of Oriental Medicine reviewed six studies involving massage as a therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Although the studies involved small numbers of participants, each suggested that massage might be an effective therapy for autism.
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"Massage therapy for children with autism spectrum disorders: a systematic review" (abstract). Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, Daejeon, 305-811, South Korea. PMID: 21208598 [PubMed]
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