Improving chest mobility in children with cerebral palsy using specific exercises
Comparative Effects of Upper Extremity Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Chest Expansion Exercises on Thoracic Mobility in Children With Cerebral Palsy
This study tests whether specific exercises can help improve chest movement and breathing in children with cerebral palsy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 16 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06658236 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) techniques and chest expansion exercises on thoracic mobility in children with cerebral palsy. The study will randomly assign 14 participants to two groups: one will perform upper extremity PNF exercises with elastic resistance bands, while the other will focus on chest expansion exercises. Data will be collected before and after the intervention using the Brompton BPAT breathing pattern assessment tool and chest cirtometry to measure changes in thoracic mobility. The goal is to enhance breathing capacity and improve daily functioning for these patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children with cerebral palsy classified at Gross Motor Function Classification System levels I to III, who have not undergone orthopedic surgery in the last six months.
Not a fit: Patients with scoliosis or those currently experiencing respiratory infections may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve thoracic mobility and respiratory function in children with cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of PNF and chest expansion exercises in cerebral palsy is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Gross Motor Function Classification System level of I to III. * BPAT score ≥ 4. * Either gender will be included Exclusion Criteria: * Recent chest infection. * Children who are hospitalized * Scoliosis * No orthopedic surgery in last 6 months
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Riphah International University — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Naima Khalid, MS* — Riphah International Univerisity
- 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.