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Autism study probes ankle secrets behind toe walking

NCT ID NCT07634965

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Haifa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

Researchers at the University of Haifa are studying the ankles and Achilles tendons of 80 adults with autism to see if structural differences relate to sensory responsiveness and toe walking. Participants will undergo ultrasound and strength tests. This observational study aims to identify patterns that could inform future treatments, but does not test any intervention.

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal how ankle differences relate to sensory sensitivity and toe walking in autism, guiding future therapies.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with no treatment being tested. It may not find clear patterns or lead directly to clinical changes.

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Participants

About 80 people

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Expected to start

Aug 2026

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Expected to finish

Aug 2027

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

diagnosis of ASD, or with another diagnosis that includes features of ASD and healthy adult

Ages

18 to 40 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * a diagnosis of ASD, or with another diagnosis that includes features of ASD (such as fragile x), * independent in daily activities, * live alone, * have a moderate-high level of functioning. * Ability to understand basic instructions for performing the tests, signing an informed consent form or having a guardian sign an informed consent form Exclusion criteria: * other neurological diseases (e.g., CP, multiple sclerosis), * significant orthopedic injuries to the lower limb in the past year, * previous ankle or Achilles tendon surgeries, * additional diseases that may affect the structure of the Achilles tendon and ankle, * who have not signed an informed consent form or are not interested in participating in the study

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Conditions

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autism autism spectrum disorder

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Autism disorder

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