Unpublished MSc thesis, Wiener Schule für Osteopathie, 2007/03, 66, type of study: ,rct,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

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Keywords:

ADHD [18]
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder [15]
children [321]
pediatrics [573]
osteopathic manipulative treatment [3946]
OMT [3925]
WSO [508]
randomized controlled trial [947]

Abstract:

Aim of the study: The aim of this study is to show the influence of osteopathic treatment on ADHD symptoms such as attention deficit and hyperactivity. Type of study: Controlled, randomized clinical trial including an experimental group (EG) and a control group (CG). Patients: Children, male and female, aged between 6 and 10 years showing the symptoms attention deficit and hyperactivity. The children received drug treatment – but no other therapies. EG, including 15 children, was compared to CG, which also included 15 children. Target parameter: The Conners Scale was used. This rating scale was completed by the parents before the first and after the last treatment. An osteopathic findings sheet served as the second target parameter. Treatment: General osteopathic treatment, adjusted to individual problems (dysfunctions) of each patient. The children were treated 3 times at intervals of approximately 4 weeks. Before and after treatment Conners Scale and osteopathic findings sheets were completed. The same procedure was carried out in CG, however, without osteopathic treatment. Results: After osteopathic treatment EG showed a clear improvement in all 10 items of the Conners Scale. In CG a slight deterioration in some items could be seen. Conclusion: On the basis of these results it can be stated that osteopathic treatment has a very positive influence on the symptoms attention deficit and hyperactivity and is therefore a promising treatment approach.