Development of integrated jaw-neck motor function in children at 6, 10 and 13 years of age compared to adults: a kinematic longitudinal study.

Children showed pronounced movement variability and longer movement cycle time at 6 to10 years and developmental progress in jaw-neck integration from 6 to 13 years, with 13-year-olds displaying adult-like movements. These results add new detailed understanding to the typical development of integrated jaw-neck motor function.