Awareness of Physiotherapists on Sensory Integration Therapy for Cerebral Palsy
Awareness Among Physiotherapists of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa About the Effectiveness of Sensory Integration Therapy on Cerebral Palsy Population.
This study is trying to see how much physiotherapists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa know about using sensory integration therapy to help children with cerebral palsy.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06748196 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the awareness level of physiotherapists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regarding sensory integration therapy and its application in treating children with cerebral palsy. A total of 110 physical therapists will participate, using a self-designed tool to evaluate their knowledge and usage of this therapy in their treatment plans. The study also seeks to educate therapists about the efficacy of sensory integration therapy in addressing sensory processing issues in this patient population. Data will be collected from various hospitals across the province.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are practicing physical therapists with at least two years of experience in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Not a fit: Non-practicing physical therapists and recent graduates will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the treatment approaches for children with cerebral palsy by increasing the use of effective sensory integration therapy.
How similar studies have performed: While this study focuses on awareness, similar studies have shown that increasing knowledge among healthcare providers can lead to improved patient outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Physical Therapists working across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa representative of all divisions of the province. * Physical Therapists working as clinicians or working in healthcare vicinities from at least 2 years. Exclusion Criteria: * Non practicing Physical Therapists * Freshly graduated Physical Therapists * Physical Therapists working in areas other than Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Riphah International University — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Muhammad Shafique Akhtar, MS* — Riphah International Lahore
- Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 9233224390125
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.