Functional Power Training on Mobility and Gait Parameters in Cerebral Palsy

The registry criteria, word for word

What the trial wants to find out

Cerebral Palsy is a lifelong neuromuscular disorder impacting movement, posture, and muscle control, ranging from mild hand weakness to severe paralysis. Risk factors are grouped into specific stages: preconception (linked to the mother's health), prenatal (during pregnancy), perinatal (at birth), and the neonatal and infant stages. Functional power training is employed to improve the functional abilities of children with Cerebral Palsy by involving them in various power-based exercises to strengthen muscles, increase power, and build endurance. This study aims to evaluate the impact of functional power training on gait and mobility in children with Cerebral Palsy.

The 2 groups in the trial

• Functional Power TrainingTreatment being tested

  Group A will participate in Functional Power Training (FPT) alongside routine physical therapy for children with Cerebral Palsy. The standard therapy includes hot packs for muscle relaxation, isometric exercises for motor skills, muscle strength, and coordination, as well as passive stretching. Therapists will also utilize sit-to-stand exercises to enhance gait and overall functional abilities. Over a 14-week intervention period, FPT will include three 60-minute sessions each week, focusing on improving walking capacity and muscle strength. Each session will consist of a 10-minute warm-up, 35 minutes of 3 to 4 power exercises, and a 15-minute cool-down phase, conducted in small groups of 3-6 children with a supervising therapist. Participants will wear sports shoes without orthoses, and power exercises will target functional, multi-joint movements, emphasizing ankle push-off and velocity, with adjustments made for progressive challenges.

• Routine Physical therapyOther group

  Routine physical therapy for children with Cerebral Palsy includes hot packs for muscle relaxation and isometric exercises aimed at improving motor skills, muscle strength, and coordination. Passive stretching is also part of the treatment plan. Therapists use sit-to-stand exercises to enhance gait, posture, and overall functional abilities. Regular progress evaluations are conducted to adjust interventions as needed, ensuring continuous improvement. The overall goal is to optimize mobility, enhance walking ability, and improve the child's quality of life.