Health Condition 1: F840- Autistic disorder
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Children aged between 5 to 12 years, clinically diagnosed with mild to moderate Autism Spectrum Disorder as per the Indian Scale for Assessment of Autism (ISAA). 2. Children with measurable but impaired I. Grip strength (as measured by hand dynamometer) II. Pinch strength (as measured by pinch gauge) III. Upper limb active range of motion (ROM) (as measured by goniometer) 3. Participants must be able to follow basic verbal instructions required for testing and intervention. 5. No history of recent fracture or injury (within the past 6 months) to the upper limbs. 6. Parents or guardians must be able to read and understand English. 7. Written informed consent from parents and verbal assent from children willing to participate
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Children with severe physical disabilities or deformities of the upper limb affecting motor function. 2. Children with uncontrolled seizure disorders or severe behavioral issues making participation unsafe or unmanageable. 3. Children currently undergoing intensive upper limb physiotherapy or cognitive training from other programs. 4. Children with visual, auditory, or intellectual impairments severe enough to interfere with participation.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1 Grip Strength 2 Pinch Strength 3 Upper Limb Range of Motion (ROM) 4 Cognitive FunctionTimepoint: 1 Pre-Intervention (Baseline, Week 0) 2 Post-Intervention (After 4 Weeks) | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in autism-related behaviors assessed by the Indian Scale for Assessment of Autism (ISAA)Timepoint: 1 Pre-Intervention (Week 0) 2 Post-Intervention (After 4 Weeks) | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies