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Achilles Tendon and Ankle Characterization in Adults With Autism

80 participantsStarted 2026-08-10

Plain-language summary

This study aims to identify ankle structural and functional profiles associated with sensory responsiveness and toe walking in adults with ASD. Expected outcomes include detecting group differences between adults with ASD and matched controls and identifying associations among sensory responsiveness, toe-walking status, and objective ankle measures.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 40 Years

Sex

ALL

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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

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Achilles tendon

Timeframe: baseline

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07634965

SponsorUniversity of Haifa

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2027-08-01

Contact for this trial

Gali Dar, PhD

+972505662054 gdar@univ.haifa.ac.il

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