Effect of Swissball Exercises and Aerobic Exercise to Reduce Stereotype Behavior in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder- A Comparative Study (Research Article)

Author(s): K. Chandrasekaran, M.S. Sundaram, P. Senthilselvam, and D. Kishore Kumar

Abstract: Background: Autism is a sensory disorder. It is believed that the stereotypic behavior associated with ASD is an attempt on the individual’s part to provide him or herself with sensory feedback. These stereotypic behaviors are self-stimulatory, non-functional, and repetitive in nature. The reduction in the stereotypic behavior is more important because interfere with social and learning situation in children with ASD. Stereotypic behavior may cause children to have anxiety when placed in social setting and can lead to inappropriate or withdrawal from participating in group situations and interactions with others. Objective: The objective of the study is to know the effect of swissball exercises and aerobic exercises to reduce stereotype behavior in children with autism spectrum disorder. Methods: 14 subjects with autism spectrum disorder are divided into two group. Group A (N-7) performed swiss ball exercises, group-B(N-7) performed Aerobic exercises for the duration of two months and the outcome was measured by Repetitive behavior scale. The effect was compared between the group. Result: The p value for group A-0.4422, group B-0.0292. Conclusion: both the group swiss ball exercise and aerobic exercise reduce stereotype behavior, but aerobic exercise found to be effective when compared to swiss ball exercises.

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