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Effects of Dynamic Surface Exercise Training in Children With Diplegic Cerebral Palsy

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Where
Lahore, PakistanSee the site

Could this be for you?

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  • Are you between 5 and 8 years old?

Source: NCT07244159, who can take part

Where in Pakistan

  • Hafiza Iram BatoolLahore, PakistanContact: Muhammad Asif Javed, MS-PTTaking people

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  1. How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
  2. Are travel costs paid?
  3. Can I keep my own doctor?
  4. What happens if I want to stop?

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Trial details

Who runs it
Riphah International University
Trial code
NCT07244159
Record updated
24 November 2025
Original description
Data will be collected after the approval of synopsis a total of 14 children with diplegic cerebral palsy of age between 6 and 8 years of both genders with Gross Motor Function Classification System of level III and IV will be recruited to participate in randomized controlled study. The study will be completed within 10 months after the approval of the synopsis. Technique of the study is non-probability convenient sampling technique. Recruited will be randomly divided into two groups, dynamic surface exercise training (DSET) group and standard physiotherapy training group. Both the groups receive active training program lasting for 60 minutes, 4 days/week for 6 weeks who have the ability to follow and accept verbal instructions. Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM)-88 and Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS) and Time up and go test scores will be recorded at baseline, and at the end of 6-week post-intervention.Read full original descriptionShow less

Effects of Dynamic Surface Exercise Training on Functional Mobility, Balance and Coordination in Children With Diplegic Cerebral Palsy

Data will be collected after the approval of synopsis a total of 14 children with diplegic cerebral palsy of age between 6 and 8 years of both genders with Gross Motor Function Classification System of level III and IV will be recruited to participate in randomized controlled study. The study will be completed within 10 months after the approval of the synopsis. Technique of the study is non-probability convenient sampling technique. Recruited will be randomly divided into two groups, dynamic surface exercise training (DSET) group and standard physiotherapy training group. Both the groups receive active training program lasting for 60 minutes, 4 days/week for 6 weeks who have the ability to follow and accept verbal instructions. Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM)-88 and Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS) and Time up and go test scores will be recorded at baseline, and at the end of 6-week post-intervention.

Inclusion: Age between 5 and 8 years of both genders; Classification as level III and IV on the Gross Motor Function Classification system (GMFCS).

Exclusion: • Any orthopedic surgery or botulinum toxin injection in the past 6 months; Refusal by the parents to participate.

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT07244159