LITERATURE

REVIEW
COMFORT JACKET FOR ASD

GROUP-9

Akul Balakrishnan R.S.

Nobiya Noyal
Nandini DS
Naziya NJ

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PAPER 1: A Study on Evaluation of Before and After Wearing the Deep Touch Pressure
Therapy Compression Garment by Children with Autism
By: Dr. Amrita Roy , Dr. Himadri Ghosh , Dr. Isha Bhatt

AIM: METHOD: METHODOLOGY:

The study focused on
evaluating the effects of
wearing deep touch
pressure therapy
compression garments on
children with autism
spectrum disorder (ASD)
to address issues related to
anxiety, stress, and sensory
processing.
The research involved The study highlighted
observing six children the benefits of deep
before and after wearing touch pressure therapy
the compression through the use of
garment, using visual compression garments
analogue scales to for children with ASD,
measure mood and showing improvements
behaviour. in various domains of
mood and behaviour.
PAPER 1: A Study on Evaluation of Before and After Wearing the Deep Touch Pressure
Therapy Compression Garment by Children with Autism
By: Dr. Amrita Roy , Dr. Himadri Ghosh , Dr. Isha Bhatt

RESULT: LIMITATON:
The findings underscored the potential Further research to tailor
of deep touch pressure therapy as a non- interventions based on
invasive and effective approach in individual requirements.
managing symptoms associated with Visual analogue scales was used
autism spectrum disorder. to measure mood and behaviour
The intervention showed promising
outcomes in reducing anxiety and stress
among children with autism .
It proved successful for most
participants, individual responses varied.
PAPER 2: Best Vibration Toys for Autism and SPD: What They are and Why they Help
By: Michele Schwartz, MS, OTR/L
AIM:
To explore the effectiveness of
vibration toys tailored for
autistic children to ease sensory
overload and enhance their
experiences.
• Individuals with autism spectrum
disorder have distinctive sensory needs
requiring attention
• Addressing these needs is vital for their
development and well-being.
• It helps in managing stress and anxiety
through sensory diets incorporating
tools like vibration toys.
• Vibration toys offer proprioceptive
input to muscles and joints, aiding in
spatial awareness and regulating the
nervous system.
• It also aids in their relaxation
PAPER 2: Best Vibration Toys for Autism and SPD: What They are and Why they Help

By: Michele Schwartz, MS, OTR/L

RESULT:
• Many individuals with autism
spectrum disorder find
comfort in vibration toys
PAPER 3: Effect of whole body vibration on stereotypy of young children with autism

By: Eadric Bressel, Mandi W Gibbons and Andrew Samaha

AIM: METHOD: RESULT:

This study aimed to investigate
the impact of acute whole-body
vibration exposure on
stereotyped behavior in young
children with autism.
Four boys (ages 4–5) Varying effects on stereotypy,
participated, standing on with some behaviours
a vibration platform decreasing while others
during downtime. remained unchanged.
Between 10 and 40 Overall, children enjoyed the
observations were experience and found it easy to
conducted before and integrate into their behavioural
after each condition to program..
ensure data stability.
PAPER 4: Using a Weighted or Pressure Vest For a Child with Autistic Spectrum Disorder

By:Aaron R. Deris and Eden M. Hagelman

AIM: METHOD: RESULT:

The purpose of this study was
to assess the effects of a
weighted vest and a pressure
vest
on increasing attention and
decreasing self-stimulatory
behaviour in a child diagnosed
with Autism Spectrum
Disorder
The pressure vest was Results showed a modest
used to apply pressure to increase in attention with the
Kyle’s torso area and vests, but no significant decrease
also had two straps that in self-stimulatory behaviors.
went over his shoulders.
The vest applied
pressure to upper areas
of the body. The subject
is a 4-year old boy.
PAPER 5: A Point Vibration Therapy Device for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum

By:Rebecca Van Aartsen', Jaclyn Kondratko',Angela Vernon, G. Scott Duncan', Mark M. Budnik', S.
Nudehi'

AIM: METHOD: RESULT:

To test the effectiveness of
PVTD on individuals with
autism.
To provide discreet Results showed a modest
sensory stimulation to a increase in attention with the
student in a vests, but no significant decrease
classroom environment, in self-stimulatory behaviours.
a Point Vibration
Therapy
Device (PVTD) was
designed to apply a
vibration
stimulus to the upper
arm.
PAPER 6: THE COMFORTING AND CALMING EFFECTOF DEEP TOUCH PRESSURE
THERAPY INCHILDREN WITH AUTISM
By:Amrita Roy, Dr. Himadri Ghosh, Dr. Isha Bhatt

AIM: METHOD: RESULT:

To test the calming effect and
comfort of DTP for individuals
with autism
DTP involves tactile DTP has shown positive
sensory input through outcomes in reducing anxiety,
activities like hugging, stress, and improving behaviour
squeezing, and in individuals with Autism.
wrapping. DTP helps Research supports the
regulate the autonomic effectiveness of DTP therapy in
nervous system, shifting improving mood, behavior, and
from "fight or flight" to sensory processing in
"rest and digest" mode. individuals with Autism.
PAPER 7: Calming Effects of Deep Touch Pressure in Patients with Autistic Disorder, College
Students, and Animals
By:Temple Grandin

AIM:
To test the calming effect of
DTP for patients with Autistic
Disorder, college students, and
animals
METHOD:
The squeeze machine device
developed by the author consists
of two padded side boards which
are hinged at the bottom to form
a V shape. The user steps into the
machine and lies down on the
inside in the Vshaped crevice
like space.
PAPER 7: Calming Effects of Deep Touch Pressure in Patients with Autistic Disorder, College
Students, and Animals
By:Temple Grandin

RESULT:
The squeeze machine is useful
for children with autistic
disorder, attention-deficit
hyperactivity disorder, or
learning disabilities.
It helps to inhibit tantrums and
reduce stereotypies.
PAPER 8: Qigong Massage Treatment for Sensory and Self-RegulationProblems in Young
Children With Autism:A RandomizedControlled Trial
By: Louisa M. T. Silva, Mark Schalock, Robert Ayres, Carol Bunse, Sarojini Budden

AIM: METHOD: RESULT:

To study the effectiveness of
Qigong Massage Treatment for
Sensory and Self-Regulation
problems in young children With
autism
Qigong massage consist of
placing hands on the receiver
through massage, acupressure, or
touch to to manipulate various
areas of the body.
Qigong massage treatment
showed significant improvement
in social and language skills,
reduction in autistic behavior in
children with autism.
The treatment positively affected
sensory and self-regulation
problems in autism, with large
effect sizes.
PAPER 9: The Immediate Effects of Deep Pressure on Young People with Autism and Severe
Intellectual Difficulties: Demonstrating Individual Differences
By: Lana Bestbier and Tim I. Williams

• Deep pressure was evaluated on young people with autism and severe intellectual
disabilities.
• 8 out of 13 participants showed statistically significant benefits.
• Deep pressure was found to be immediately beneficial, but responses varied.
• Careful monitoring and discontinuation when no longer beneficial is
recommended.
• Future research should include physiological measures and blinded raters for a
more comprehensive evaluation.
PAPER 10: Effect of whole-body vibration on stereotypy of young children with autism.

By: Bressel, E., Gibbons, M. W., & Samaha

Aim:
Investigate the METHOD: RESULT:
effectiveness of • Participants underwent • Vibration therapy demonstrated
vibration therapy whole-body vibration significant positive effects on various
(VT) in improving sessions. aspects of health and behaviour in
various aspects of • Randomized controlled individuals with ASD.
health and behaviour trials or observational • While not universally effective, it
in individuals with studies with pre-post showed promise as a complementary
autism spectrum intervention measurements intervention for managing symptoms
disorder (ASD). were included. of ASD.
PAPER 11: Effect of Short-Term Deep-Pressure Portable Seat on Behavioral and Biological
Stress in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Pilot Study
By: Ilham Yustar Afif, Muhammad Farkhan, Ojo Kurdi, Mohamad Izzur Maula, Muhammad Imam
Ammarullah, Budi Setiyana, J. Jamari, and Tri Indah Winarni

AIM: METHOD: RESULT:

Investigate the effectiveness of
the Autism Hug Machine
Portable Seat (AHMPS) for
short-term relief in children with
ASD.
• Twenty children with ASD
were divided into two groups:
one using an inflatable wrap
(group I) and the other using a
manual pull model (group II).
• Participants underwent 20-
minute sessions twice weekly
for three weeks.
The AHMPS inflatable wrap
demonstrates effectiveness in
reducing neurobiological stress
and emotional arousal in children
with ASD.
PAPER 12: Effect of Short-Term Deep-Pressure Portable Seat on Behavioral and Biological
Stress in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Pilot Study
By: Ilham Yustar Afif, Muhammad Farkhan, Ojo Kurdi, Mohamad Izzur Maula, Muhammad Imam
Ammarullah, Budi Setiyana, J. Jamari, and Tri Indah Winarni

AIM: METHOD: RESULT:

Investigate the effectiveness of
the Autism Hug Machine
Portable Seat (AHMPS) for
short-term relief in children with
ASD.
• Twenty children with ASD
were divided into two groups:
one using an inflatable wrap
(group I) and the other using a
manual pull model (group II).
• Participants underwent 20-
minute sessions twice weekly
for three weeks.
The AHMPS inflatable wrap
demonstrates effectiveness in
reducing neurobiological stress
and emotional arousal in children
with ASD.
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