Assessment of Jaw Joint Function, Balance, Neck Posture, Dual-Task Skills, and Social Adaptation in Children and Young Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating temporomandibular joint TMJ dysfunction, cervical posture, balance, dual-task abilities, and social adaptation skills in children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder ASD. This observational study compares individuals with ASD to those with typical motor development to understand how these factors relate and differ between the groups. The study addresses gaps in understanding the relationship between TMJ problems, posture, balance, and social skills in autism. Participants will undergo several assessments including the Timed Up and Go TUG test for functional balance, the 10-Meter Walk Test with added dual motor and cognitive tasks to evaluate multitasking abilities, the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales for social adaptation, and the Helkimo Clinical Dysfunction Index for TMJ dysfunction. Cervical posture will be assessed using a posture analysis app that captures photos to evaluate postural deviations. Both groups will receive the same evaluations. During the study, participants demographic data such as age, height, weight, and habits will be recorded. The assessments will measure balance, posture, TMJ function, dual-task performance, and social skills. These results will be compared between the ASD group and the control group with typical development. The total participation occurs at enrollment, with all evaluations conducted at that time to analyze the relationships among the measured factors.

Balance, TMJ, Social Adaptive Assessment in Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder