The Effect of Lower Extremity Rotational Profile on Postural Control, Muscle Strength, Functional Capacity and Lower Extremity Function in Children With Generalized Joint Hypermobility

Launched by BEZMIALEM VAKIF UNIVERSITY · May 22, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how the way a child's legs rotate affects their balance, muscle strength, and overall ability to move, especially in children with a condition called generalized joint hypermobility. This condition means that some joints can move more than usual, which can lead to difficulties in posture and movement. The researchers are looking for children aged 7 to 16 who fit specific criteria, such as having a certain level of joint flexibility and a normal weight. There will be children in different groups: some with rotational issues in their legs, some with normal rotation, and a control group without hypermobility.

If selected for the study, children will undergo a series of evaluations, including tests for joint flexibility, muscle strength, and balance. These assessments will take place at Bezmialem Vakif University, where the children will also be asked about their general health. This study has received ethical approval, ensuring that it follows necessary guidelines to protect the participants. Participation is voluntary, and parents will provide consent for their children to join the trial. Overall, this study aims to better understand how lower extremity rotation affects children with joint hypermobility and help improve their functional abilities.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria for Group 1:
• • 1. Being between 7-16 years old
• • 2. Having a body mass index (BMI) within normal limits (18.5-24.9 kg/m2)
• • 3. Beighton Score ≥ 5
• • 4. Having a lower extremity rotational profile problem according to Staheli rotational profile assessment
• Inclusion Criteria for Group 2:
• • 1. Being between 7-16 years old
• • 2. Having a BMI within normal limits (18.5-24.9 kg/m2)
• • 3. Beighton Score ≥ 5
• • 4. Having a normal lower extremity rotational profile problem according to Staheli rotational profile assessment
• • Inclusion Criteria for the Control Group;
• • 1. Being between 7-16 years old
• • 2. Having a BMI within normal limits (18.5-24.9 kg/m2)
• • 3. Beighton Score \< 5
• • 4. Having a normal lower extremity rotational profile problem according to Staheli rotational profile assessment
• • Exclusion criteria for all groups;
• • 1. Having any neurological, rheumatic, musculoskeletal, metabolic and connective tissue disease
• • 2. History of surgery related to the vertebral column and lower extremities
• • 3. Having cognitive, mental and/or severe psychiatric illness
• • 4. Participated in any exercise program or sportive activity in the last six months