Effects of Lumbopelvic Stabilization-based Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Training in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Launched by LOKMAN HEKIM ÜNIVERSITESI · Oct 15, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how effective a specific type of exercise therapy called lumbopelvic stabilization is for children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) who also have issues with their urinary tract. The study will include boys aged 8 to 12 who can still walk and have a certain level of urinary problems. To participate, children need to have been diagnosed with DMD by a doctor and have a score indicating significant urinary issues.

Participants will be divided into two groups. One group will receive special online exercise sessions led by a physiotherapist, along with education about managing their urinary symptoms. The other group will only get the educational support. Over eight weeks, both groups will undergo assessments to see how their symptoms and physical abilities change. This study aims to find out if the exercise therapy can help improve their condition and overall well-being. It's important to note that this trial is not yet recruiting participants, so there will be more information available once it begins.

Gender

MALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Having been diagnosed with DMD by a specialist physician,
• • Having received a score of 8.5 or higher on the Voiding Disorders Symptom Score (VMSS),
• • Being between the ages of 8-12,
• • Continuing ambulation (Vignos Scale Stage 1-4),
• • Volunteering to participate in the study by parents and reading and signing the informed consent form.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Having another neuromuscular disease diagnosed other than DMD and/or accompanying DMD,
• • Having family and/or child having cooperation problems in completing the evaluations for any reason,
• • Lack of internet infrastructure or technical infrastructure that may cause difficulty in continuing distance education/follow-up,
• • Having difficulty in understanding and speaking the Turkish language.