MOTOR PHYSIOTHERAPY AT TEA

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1595225030115

• Palavras-chave: ASD; Autism; Physiotherapy; Motor impairment; Motor physiotherapy.

• Keywords: ASD; Autism; Physiotherapy; Motor impairment; Motor physiotherapy.

• Abstract:

  Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is an alteration in the neuropsychomotor system that causes motor, sensory, cognitive and social changes. Objective: The aim of this research is to discuss autism spectrum disorder, confirming the contribution of motor physiotherapy in the treatment and/or rehabilitation of autistic children and listing the main types of motor impairment present in autistic children, seeking to highlight the importance of physiotherapy in the treatment of motor deficits. Methodology: This is a descriptive and explanatory bibliographical review; the Scielo, Lilacs and Google Scholar databases were used for the research. Results: ASD can cause deficits in functionality, cognition, skills, among several others, and consequently impacts on quality of life. Physiotherapy has positive evidence in the rehabilitation of autistic people. Conclusion: Physiotherapy plays an important role in the development of autistic people, acting on postural control, balance, skills, functionality, fine and gross motor skills, among other areas.