Effects of Universal Exercise Unit Therapy With Task-oriented Training in CP Children

Last updated: October 10, 2024
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Cerebral Palsy

Treatment

universal exercise unit therapy with task oriented strength training

Task-oriented training for gross motor functioning

Clinical Study ID

NCT06637579
REC/RCR&AHS/24/0210
  • Ages 5-15
  • All Genders

Study Summary

Cerebral palsy is a problem that affects the development and motor skills caused by early non-progressive central nervous system damage. Muscle rigidity, spasticity, fragility, uncontrolled movement, or a combination of these abnormalities characterized it. Therapeutic usage of the universal exercise unit is common. Also called a spider cage or monkey cage. This device helps people with motor problems, especially cerebral palsy. This metal 3-dimensional contraption uses wires, rubber bands, pulleys, weights, and belts. The goal is to engage the vestibular and proprioceptive systems, which are necessary for balance, coordination, and awareness.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Children who were spastic and able to understand and follow commands. Children aged 5-15 years old. Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) level I-III.Youngsters are capable of walking and standing on their own.

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Children with severe physical limitations and disabilities. Children with plannedsurgeries in the next 6 months. Any musculoskeletal or orthopedic conditionslimiting participation in exercise programs.

Kids with planned surgical or medical surgeries during the study period. Children with impaired cognition. Children with hearing impairment and visual impairment.

Study Design

Total Participants: 80
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: universal exercise unit therapy with task oriented strength training
Phase:
Study Start date:
January 01, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
November 30, 2024

Study Description

A Randomized Clinical Trial (RCT) design will be employed, conducted at the Sialkot Medical and Physiotherapy Center over 10 months following synopsis approval. The anticipated sample size, accounting for a 20% attrition rate, will be 34 participants in each of the two study groups. Group A will undergo Universal Exercise Unit (UEU) therapy along with task oriented training, while Group B will receive task-oriented training for gross motor functioning. The sampling technique will be Non-probability convenience sampling, with inclusion criteria comprising children aged 5-15 diagnosed with spastic cerebral palsy, of both genders and in stable health condition. The data collection tools include the Gross Motor Function Measure 88 (GMFM 88), Trunk Impairment Scale (TIS) and pediatric balance scale. The analysis will be conducted using SPSS for Windows software version 25. Training sessions, lasting 6 weeks, will be conducted twice a week, and data will be collected before and after each session. The UEU therapy will focus on various movements facilitated by the equipment, while the task-oriented training will be personalized, targeting specific functional limitations through activities simulating daily tasks.

Connect with a study center

  • Sialkot Medical and Physiotherapy Center

    Sialkot, Punjab 51310
    Pakistan

    Active - Recruiting

Not the study for you?

Let us help you find the best match. Sign up as a volunteer and receive email notifications when clinical trials are posted in the medical category of interest to you.