Abdominal Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation on Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

"The TEAS intervention is delivered using an electroacupuncture device (SDZ-V, Hwato, Soochow Medical Instruments Co., Ltd., China). Self-adhesive electrodes are placed at acupoints Zhongwan (RN12), bilateral Tianshu (ST25), Qihai (RN6), and Guanyuan (RN4). Stimulation is applied using dense-sparse wave alternating frequencies (3 Hz for 2 s cycles) at an intensity of 3-10 mA, adjusted to the participant's tolerance. Each session lasts 30 minutes, conducts once daily, five days per week, for a total of 40 sessions.~The ABA therapy focuses on enhancing skills in areas such as social interaction, communication, academics, motor function, and self-care. ABA is delivered in a variety of settings, including school, home, clinic, and other community settings. The goal of treatment is to help children function as independently and successfully as possible. Each session lasts 30 minutes, conducts once daily, five days per week, for a total of 40 sessions."