Effects Of Bobath Exercises Combined With Gasotransmitter On Spastic Diplegic CP (NCT06739538) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects Of Bobath Exercises Combined With Gasotransmitter On Spastic Diplegic CP
Pakistan47 participantsStarted 2024-03-01
Plain-language summary
This study examines the effects of combining Bo bath neurodevelopmental exercises with gasotransmitter in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy, a condition marked by muscle stiffness and coordination challenges in the legs.
Who can participate
Age range6 Years – 18 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* A Confirmed diagnosis of spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
* Participants aged 6 to 18 years.
* Moderate to severe spasticity in the lower limbs, as measured by the Modified Ashworth Scale.
* Ability to follow simple instructions and participate in the stretching exercises.
* Written informed consent obtained from the participant's legal guardian or the participant if of legal consenting age.
* No significant changes in medication or therapy for cerebral palsy in the three months prior to the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Presence of other neurological conditions apart from spastic diplegic cerebral palsy.
* History of major orthopaedic surgery in the past year or planned surgery during the study period.
* Receipt of botulinum toxin injections in the lower limbs within the last six months.
* Severe joint contractures that limit the range of motion necessary for the stretching exercises.
* Any medical condition that contraindicates participation in the study, such as uncontrolled epilepsy, severe cardiovascular disorders, or acute infections.
* Inability or unwillingness to comply with the study protocol and scheduled visits.
What they're measuring
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Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS)