Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART) Study
The Effects of Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment (SMART) on Adults With PTSD
London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's
80 participants
Apr 15, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
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.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria5
- Adults, aged 18-65
- A primary diagnosis of PTSD as determined by our pre-treatment assessment
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Fluency in written and spoken English (to be able to complete assessments)
- Lives within 30km of London, ON
Exclusion Criteria10
- any implants, conditions, etc. that do not comply with 7T (Tesla) fMRI research safety standards (e.g., pacemaker, pregnancy/possible pregnancy)
- history of significant head injury/lengthy loss of consciousness (e.g., a Glasgow Coma Scale Score < 15 at the time of incident as assessed retrospectively by participant)
- significant untreated medical illness
- history of neurological or neurodevelopmental disorder
- history of any pervasive developmental disorder
- lifetime bipolar or psychotic disorder
- alcohol/substance abuse or dependence within the last 3 months
- extensive narcotic use (e.g., fentanyl, oxycodone, etc.)
- anyone who would not be suitable for short-term treatment (as determined by our pre-treatment assessment)
- suicide attempt in last 6 months
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Interventions
A movement and body-based intervention in which participants are encouraged to explore the use of sensory equipment, which may help reduce symptoms related to psychological trauma/PTSD. Sensory equipment includes exercise balls, mini-trampoline, weighted blankets, and a hammock swing.
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NCT06035809