Effects of Extremely Low-Frequency Electromagnetic Field Treatment on ASD Symptoms in Children: A Pilot Study
2024

Effects of ELF-EMF Treatment on Autism Symptoms in Children

Sample size: 16 publication 10 minutes Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Kierra Pietramala, Alessandro Greco, Alberto Garoli, Danielle Roblin, Kunio Yui, Lello Zolla

Primary Institution: Leaps and Bounds Exceptional Services ABA Program, Leaps and Bounds Clinic

Hypothesis

Can ELF-EMF treatment improve symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder in children?

Conclusion

ELF-EMF treatment showed a high safety profile and effectiveness in reducing symptoms associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Supporting Evidence

  • Significant improvements were observed in receptive language skills.
  • Externalizing problems decreased significantly in both age groups.
  • Parent evaluations indicated a reduction in ASD symptoms.

Takeaway

This study tested a special treatment using electromagnetic fields on kids with autism, and it helped them talk better and behave better.

Methodology

The study involved 20 children diagnosed with ASD who underwent a 15-week ELF-EMF treatment protocol with assessments before and after treatment.

Potential Biases

Potential bias due to the observational nature of the study and reliance on parent and teacher evaluations.

Limitations

The small sample size limits the generalizability of the findings.

Participant Demographics

Children aged 2 to 13 years with a confirmed diagnosis of ASD.

Statistical Information

P-Value

0.002

Confidence Interval

95% CI: 60.43–87.70

Statistical Significance

p<0.05

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3390/brainsci14121293

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