Influence of Rhythm and Interpersonal Relationship on Gait Parameters in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: a Controlled Intervention Study
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 30
- 试验地点
- 2
- 主要终点
- Cadence
研究概览
简要总结
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects social communication and motor coordination, with less synchrony with others and atypical gait patterns. Relationship with the adult or speed modify gait parameters in children diagnosed with ASD between 4 and 6 years old. Methodology: a cross-sectional observational design was carried out. The aim of this study was to analyze gait pattern variations in children with ASD in different speed conditions and modifying the social environment.
详细描述
Study Design:
This is a quasi-experimental, cross-sectional study designed to assess the influence of rhythm and interpersonal relationships on gait parameters in children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The study involved 30 children, aged 4 to 6, diagnosed with ASD (level I or II), who demonstrated independent walking ability without assistive devices. The children were recruited from Fundación AMÁS, an early intervention center.
Intervention:
The study aimed to analyze the gait of children under three different speed conditions-normal (120 beats per minute), slow (100 beats per minute), and fast (140 beats per minute)-while walking alongside either a familiar adult or a stranger. The intervention involved the following steps:
Preparation: Each child was informed about the walking activity and the adult who would accompany them. They were instructed to walk alongside the adult for a distance of 10 meters.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Na
- 干预模型
- Single Group
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 4 Years 至 6 Years（Child）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Children aged 4 to 6 years.
- •Clinical diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (Level I or II).
- •Ability to walk independently without the use of assistive devices.
- •Parents or legal guardians provide informed consent for participation.
排除标准
- •Presence of other syndromes or developmental disorders.
- •History of recent surgical interventions or procedures involving the lower limbs.
- •Significant neurological or orthopedic conditions that may affect gait.
- •Any contraindications for participation in physical activities as determined by the child's healthcare provider.
结局指标
主要结局
Cadence
时间窗: Immediately before the intervention and immediately after the intervention on the same day
The number of steps taken per minute.
次要结局
- Stride Length(Immediately before the intervention and immediately after the intervention on the same day)
- Step Time: The duration of each step, measured in seconds(Immediately before the intervention and immediately after the intervention on the same day)
- Velocity:(Immediately before the intervention and immediately after the intervention on the same day)
- Joint Amplitudes(Immediately before the intervention and immediately after the intervention on the same day)
研究者
Estrada Barranco
Principal investigator
Universidad Europea de Madrid