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Efficacy of Dynamic Movement Intervention on Children with Spastic Diplegia
Led by Cairo University · Updated on 2025-02-12
40
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
4 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating how a dynamic movement intervention affects balance and walking quality in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. The study focuses on improving static and dynamic balance, step length, and walking cadence in children aged 4 to 7 years with this condition. This research is sponsored by Cairo University and uses a randomized design to compare different physical therapy approaches. The study compares two groups: one receiving the dynamic movement intervention, a physical therapy method aimed at improving motor development affected by central nervous system issues, and the other receiving a selective physical therapy program. Both groups consist of children who can walk short distances and climb stairs with assistance. The study begins with a baseline assessment and continues with the assigned interventions. Participants will be assessed using the Humac Balance System to measure balance and walking quality. They will undergo evaluations at the start and throughout the study to monitor changes. The study will track participants' ability to follow instructions, motor function, and changes in spasticity. The trial runs from March to September 2025, with careful monitoring of progress and safety during the participation period.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Role of Dynamic Movement Intervention in Children with Spastic Diplegia
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age ranged from 4-7 years.
- Ability to walk alone short distances and climb stairs while holding a rail (Grade I & II according to GMFCS).
- Ability to understand and follow instructions.
- Medically stable condition.
- Spasticity degree between 1 and 1+ according to the Modified Ashworth Scale.
You will not qualify if you...
- Visual impairments such as visual loss, cataract, myopia, or hyperopia.
- Hearing impairment or deafness.
- Cognitive problems.
- Uncontrolled convulsions.
- Orthopedic surgery on affected lower limbs within the past year.
- Botulinum toxin injection within the last 6 months or during the study period.
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Duration of the intervention as per the study schedule
Participants receive dynamic movement intervention or selective physical therapy to improve balance and walking quality.
Visit schedule as per therapy sessions (details not specified)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt
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Research Team
M
Mahmoud Awara, B.Sc
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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