Vestibular Stimulation Versus Foot Intrinsic Muscle Exercises in Children With Down Syndrome
Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age4-15
SponsorShalamar Institute of Health Sciences
About this trial
This study will compare the effects of vestibular stimulation exercises and foot intrinsic muscle exercises on balance and functional mobility in children with Down syndrome aged 4-15 years. Children with Down syndrome commonly experience balance and mobility difficulties due to hypotonia, ligamentous laxity, and impaired postural control. The study will determine which of the two exercise approaches is more effective in improving balance and functional mobility, using the Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS) and Timed Up and Go (TUG) test. The findings may help physiotherapists select appropriate rehabilitation strategies to improve functional independence in children with Down syndrome.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
• Children with Down syndrome with age range (4-15 years) both male and female children included [12]. • Children who are able to stand and walk/ambulate independently and follow verbal instructions and commands and comply with intervention protocol [13]. • No visual and hearing impairment • Parent/guardian willing to provide consent for participant
Disqualifiers
Associated congenital heart disease • Hearing impairment, eye problems such as cataract or other visual impairment • Dementia and cognitive decline. • Lower limb trauma or surgical intervention within the previous 6 months affecting comprehension or ability to perform balance/mobility activities [13]
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Vestibular Stimulation Exercises
- Foot Intrinsic Muscle Exercises
Treatment groups
48 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsLocations
Sponsors and collaborators
Source ClinicalTrials.gov