Movement Disorders
Conditions
Brief summary
this study is to explore the degree of impairement in movement skills in children with autistic spectrum disorders
Detailed description
Motor impairments in neurodevelopmental disorders specifically autism spectrum disorder (ASD) , are prevalent and pervasive . However ,sensori-motor development and self-care activities such as bathing, dressing, eating and toileting, remain little explored in comparison to the other areas of development. Some children with ASD have difficulty mastering self-care skills, which we will call daily living skills .
Interventions
this test measures manual dexterity , balance , aiming and catching
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* all children with autism from the age of 3 years to 18 years
Exclusion criteria
* children less than 3 years , children with neurodegenerative disorders or cerebral palsy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| assessment of motor skills in autism spectrum disorders through Movement Assessmet Battery for Children test ( M-ABC) , using checklists' method . | baseline | early detection of motor impairement in child with autism and possbillity of prevention . |