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April 1, 2026American Journal of Occupational Therapy

A Feasibility Trial of a Telehealth-Adapted Ayres Sensory Integration® Intervention for Autistic Children

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NSNatalie R. SchianoChildren's Hospital of PhiladelphiaTSTaylor SivoriDrexel UniversityRDRachel L. DumontGeisinger Health System

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Implication

A feasibility trial demonstrates the effectiveness of an online occupational therapy intervention for autistic children, suggesting wider access to care.

Key Points

  • The aim is to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of delivering Ayres Sensory Integration therapy via telehealth to autistic children.
  • Used telehealth delivery for occupational therapy with Ayres Sensory Integration.
  • Assessed feasibility and acceptability through parent and interventionist feedback.
  • Evaluated children's progress in social communication and daily life activities.
  • Telehealth delivery was rated as feasible and helpful by parents and interventionists.
  • Children showed improvements in social communication and responsibility skills.
  • The intervention maintained strong fidelity to the original Ayres Sensory Integration approach.

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Schiano et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69ccb72e16edfba7beb8901ehttps://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2026.051508
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