Sensory Integration Versus Fine Motor Intervention in Children With Autism
Sensory Integration Versus Fine Motor Intervention in Children With Autism
Clinically, infants with Autism spectrum often display gross motor delays in supine, prone,
 and sitting skills in their first year of life. Delay in crawling, walking, and achieving
 other motor milestones are frequently observed in toddler hood. In addition, difficulties in
 fine motor skills are frequent in individuals with Autism spectrum.
Many studies demonstrated that improvements in sensory-motor skills, motor planning, and
 reading related skills in children with learning and intellectual disabilities were seen
 using sensory integration and fine motor intervention. However, there are limited studies
 investigating the effectiveness of sensory integration/occupational therapy on autistic
 features (stereotype movement, communication, and social interaction). Fine motor skills and
 quality of life of children with Autism spectrum are markedly affected which might be related
 to the stereotype movement and limited social interactions. Therefore, this study will be
 conducted to investigate and compare between the therapeutic outcomes of sensory SI and fine
 motor intervention on autistic features, fine motor skills and quality of life of children
 with Autism spectrum.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  Age ranges from 8 to 12 years.

 -  Mild to moderate autistic features according Gilliam autism rating scale: (scores from
 60 to 110).

 -  Mild to moderate mental retardation (IQ of 35-70).

 -  Can understand and follow simple instructions.

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  Significant visual or auditory defects.

 -  History of cerebral palsy or psychiatric disorder (e.g attention deficit hyperactivity
 disorder).

 -  History of surgical interference or fractures of the upper limbs in the last 12
 months.