CompletedNot Applicable

Plyometric-Based Hydro-Kinesio Therapy in Children With Hemophilic Arthropathy

Saudi Arabia48 participantsStarted 2021-09-05

Plain-language summary

This study was designed to assess the effect of an 8-week plyometric-based hydro-kinesio therapy (Plyo-HKT) on pain, muscle strength, postural control, and functional performance in a convenience sample of children with hemophilic knee arthropathy (HKA). Forty-eight patients with HKA were randomly allocated to the Plyo-HKT group (n = 24, received the plyometric-based hydro-kinesio therapy program, twice/week, over 8 weeks) or the control group (n = 24, received standard exercise program). Both groups were assessed for pain, muscle strength, postural control, and functional performance pre and post-treatment.

Who can participate

Age range8 Years – 16 Years

SexMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * Eight and 16 years. * Had factor VIII replacement prophylaxis. * Clinically-stable. * Unilateral knee involvement. * Knee arthropathy of grade II or III per the Arnold-Hilgartner radiographic classification. * Muscle strength of grade 3 in lower limb muscles. * Use of no pain medication for one month prior to enrollment. * Walking independently. Exclusion Criteria: * Enduring disabling pain * Fixed deformities. * History of musculoskeletal surgery. * Visual or vestibular deficits. * Engagement in regular exercises. * Bleeding episodes within two weeks prior to enrolment.

What they're measuring

Pain intensity

Timeframe: 2 months

Muscle strength

Timeframe: 2 months

Postural control

Timeframe: 2 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05947110

SponsorCairo University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-01-26

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