Impact of Autism on Walking Patterns
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Summary
Autism can affect the way people walk, with gait differences being a supporting diagnostic feature. Toe-walking is a sign of autism.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledAutism is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people's brains develop and function, impacting behaviour, communication and socialising.
Having an 'odd gait' is now listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders as a supporting diagnostic feature of autism.
The most noticeable gait differences among autistic people are: Toe-walking can be a sign of autism.
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