Improving posture and quality of life for children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Official title: Effects of Alexander Technique on Posture Control of Upper Limb and Quality of Life in Children With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Run by Riphah International University · NCT07436143 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program will try the Alexander Technique to see if it improves posture and quality of life for children ages 5–9 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 5 Years to 9 Years |
| Sex | Men only |
| Enrollment | 33 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 27, 2025 |
| Main results expected | February 25, 2026 |
| Study ends | February 28, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | February 27, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07436143 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Children aged 5–9 with a diagnosis of Duchenne muscular dystrophy who do not have metabolic disorders, recent surgery or injury, or significant intellectual disability and who can attend sessions at the Lahore site are ideal candidates.
✕Probably not a fit
Children with advanced disease, active metabolic or surgical issues, recent traumatic injuries, significant cognitive impairment, or those unable to attend in-person sessions are unlikely to benefit from this program.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This interventional program delivers a course of Alexander Technique sessions to children aged 5–9 diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, focusing on postural tone and upper-limb control. Participants are screened to exclude metabolic disorders, recent surgery or traumatic injury, and significant intellectual disability. Outcomes will include measures of postural control and quality of life before and after the intervention, collected at a single center. The work is conducted at PSRD Hospital in Lahore under sponsorship from Riphah International University.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could improve postural control and daily functioning, leading to better quality of life for participating children.
How similar studies have gone: The Alexander Technique has shown modest benefits for posture and motor control in small studies of other conditions, but its use specifically in Duchenne muscular dystrophy is novel and not well established.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children suffering from duchenne muscular dystrophy,age between 5 to 9 Exclusion Criteria: * Children with metabolic disorder * Children with accidental disorder * Children with recent of surgery * Children with mentally retard
Where it's running
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Psrd Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Muhammad Hassan Tahir, MS-PT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, Phd
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 9233224390125
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.