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Understanding T-Rex Arms and Autism: A 2026 Clinical and Sensory Guide for Caregivers and Adults

"While the term "T-Rex arms" is occasionally associated with tactical equipment branding, this guide focuses exclusively on the behavioral and physiological posture characterized by elbow flexion and wrist drooping common in individuals on the autism spectrum. The phenomenon known colloquially as "T-Rex arms" involves a specific postural habit where an individual holds their arms bent at the elbows, with hands resting near the chest or mid-torso, often with the wrists in a relaxed, downward-curled position. In 2026, neurodiversity-affirming clinical practices have shifted away from viewing this purely as a "pathological" habit to be corrected...."

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