Pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation on Trunk Control and Balance (NCT05261048) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation on Trunk Control and Balance
Pakistan60 participantsStarted 2021-01-01
Plain-language summary
The study will be randomized controlled trial. This study will be conducted in Children Hospital Pakistan. A sample size of 60 will be randomly allocated into two groups, (30 participants in each group), by lottery method.
* The participants randomly allocated into control group A, will receive conventional physiotherapy in the form of truncal exercises, which consists of upper and lower part of the trunk in spine and sitting position for a total 30 minutes including rest periods in between, once in a day for 4 days per week.
* Participants in experimental group B receive both conventional physiotherapy and Pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation for 30 minutes, once in a day, 4 days per week for 12 weeks.
* The experimental group received anterior elevation-Posterior depression pattern with the techniques of Rhythmic initiation, Slow reversal and Stabilizing reversal.
* Affected side of the pelvis was given these techniques for total 30 minutes with 15 minutes of pelvic PNF in one session with rest periods in between.
* Baseline data will be collected at baseline, 6 weeks and 12 weeks during follow up through Trunk Impairment scale (TIS) and Pediatric balance scale (PBS).
Who can participate
Age range
5 Years – 12 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Children diagnosed as Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
* Age group (5-12) years
* Both male and female
* Gross motor function level 1 and 2 ( walk with or without limitation)
* Spasticity range between grade 1 and 2 according Modified Ashworth scale
* Able to follow the simple verbal instructions.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Children with visual, auditory, vestibular or perceptual deficit.
* Any Fracture
* Other neurological and cardio logical conditions( mental disorder, epilepsy, autism)
* Cognitive impairments
* Other types of CP
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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