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Christina M Beck, Matthew J Gluck, Yiyang Zhang...
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Phase Not Applicable
Age: 8Years - 15Years
All Genders
Healthy Volunteers
ID07248475
Effects of Battle Rope Training on Range of Motion and Pain in Children With Post-Traumatic Elbow Contractures
Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2025-11-25
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This research aims to evaluate whether adding battle rope training to standard therapy improves range of motion (ROM), reduces pain, and enhances elbow function in children with post-traumatic elbow contracture. The study compares standard treatments alone to standard treatments plus battle rope exercises, seeking to find better ways to help children regain arm mobility and reduce discomfort after injury. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups. The control group receives standard therapy, including daily gentle ROM exercises, stretching held for 15-30 seconds, and 10-15 minutes of heat therapy to prepare muscles. The intervention group follows the same standard therapy but also performs battle rope training involving five dynamic upper body exercises for 10-15 minutes, five days a week, with increasing duration and repetitions over six weeks. Children will be assessed weekly from the first to the fifth week using tools like a goniometer to measure ROM, the Flynn scoring system for functional and cosmetic outcomes, and the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for pain levels. These evaluations will help determine how well the added battle rope training supports recovery. Participants will be monitored throughout the treatment period, with data collected to understand improvements in mobility, pain relief, and overall elbow function.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effects of Battle Rope Training on ROM and Pain in Children With Post Traumatic Elbow Contractures.
Who Can Participate
Age: 8Years - 15Years
All Genders
Healthy Volunteers
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age 8 to 15 years
- Children suffering from post-traumatic elbow contracture
- Written informed consent obtained from parents or guardians
- Pain level of at least 3 on a visual analog scale (VAS)
- Ability to follow instructions and participate in physical activities
- No other co-existing illness like burn contractures
- Both genders included
You will not qualify if you...
- Post-traumatic contracture in regions other than the elbow
- Known allergies to materials used in battle rope training
- Inability to commit to training schedule or follow-up assessments
- Use of medications affecting pain perception or muscle function, such as opioids or muscle relaxants
- Presence of burn contracture
- Other significant musculoskeletal or neurological conditions affecting the elbow
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Treatment
Duration - 5 weeks
Participants receive either standard rehabilitation involving range of motion exercises, stretching, and heat therapy, or the same standard rehabilitation plus battle rope training to improve elbow function, range of motion, and reduce pain.
Weekly visits for up to 5 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Imran Amjad
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 5400
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Research Team
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IMRAN AMJAD
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Muhammad Asif Javed, MS-PT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
2
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