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Effects of Horse Riding Simulator With or Without Visual Feedback on Balance and Postural Control

Launched by RIPHAH INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY · Jan 28, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of October 08, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Balance Cerebral Palsy Horse Riding Simulator (Hrs) Posture Control

Description

Cerebral palsy (CP), one of the most common physical disabilities in childhood, is a disorder of movement and posture caused by non-progressive lesions in the developing brain. Children with CP, to varying degrees, have muscle weakness, tone abnormality, and motor-control impairment, causing abnormal posture and poor balance control.In high-income countries, the current birth prevalence of cerebral palsy has decreased to 1.6 per 1000 live births. However, in low- and middle-income countries, the birth prevalence is significantly higher. Children diagnosed with CP exhibit a range of muscle w...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • * Spastic cerebral palsy with level I and II according to Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS)
  • * Age between 8 and 12 years
  • * Ability to sit and stand independently
  • * Both genders are included (female and male)
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • * Having received an injection of botulinum toxin within 3 months
  • * Having undergone orthopedic surgery or selective dorsal rhizotomy in the previous 1 year
  • * Having undergone HRS training within 6 months;
  • * Having severe pain, joint dislocation, contracture, or spinal deformity
  • * Having experienced uncontrolled epileptic seizure
  • * Having poor visual or hearing acuity.

About Riphah International University

Riphah International University is a leading educational institution based in Pakistan, dedicated to advancing healthcare and medical research through innovative clinical trials. With a commitment to excellence in research and education, Riphah emphasizes ethical standards and scientific integrity in its clinical studies. The university collaborates with various stakeholders, including healthcare professionals and industry partners, to enhance patient outcomes and contribute to the global body of medical knowledge. Through its robust research programs, Riphah International University aims to foster a culture of inquiry and improve healthcare delivery both locally and internationally.

Locations

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

People applied

Timeline

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Estimated completion

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