๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-17

Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART) Study (NCT06035809)

The Effects of Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART) on Adults With PTSD

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study will investigate whether a movement and body-based treatment can benefit adults with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The treatment is called Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment, or "SMART", and study participation involves 8 sessions of SMART, as well as pre-treatment, post-treatment, and 3-month follow-up assessments.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital โ€” London, Ontario

Age range: 18 Years to 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • SMART (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital โ€” London, Ontario

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (519) 685-8500

Email: suzy.southwell@lhsc.on.ca

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

Explore by condition: All PTSD clinical trials

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—