Effects of Bubble Cushion Exercises on Postural Control in Children With Down Syndrome (NCT07756944) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Effects of Bubble Cushion Exercises on Postural Control in Children With Down Syndrome
Pakistan22 participantsStarted 2026-03-25
Plain-language summary
Conducted as a quasi-experimental study. It involves 22 children aged 6-9 years, recruited from different special education schools, who will participate in supervised balance and weight-shifting exercises for 30-45 minutes, three times a week, over 8 weeks.. Exercises will include seated and standing balance tasks, weight shifting, and all performed on the bubble cushion under supervision. Standardized tools, such as the Pediatric Balance Scale and the Trunk Control Measurement Scale, will be used to assess pre- and post intervention outcomes.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Years – 9 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Children with a of Down Syndrome
* Aged between 6-9 years
* Able to stand and walk alone, able to understand simple instructions
Exclusion Criteria:
* Visual or auditory problems
* Major history of disease or surgery
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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What they're measuring
1
peadtric balance scale
Timeframe: pre assessement of balance was done before the intervention and post assessment after 8 weeks of intervention