Therapeutic taping effects on pelvic stability in children with Down syndrome
Official title: Effects of Pelvic Girdle Stability Training With and Without Therapeutic Taping on Trunk Control in Childern With Down Syndrome
Run by Riphah International University · NCT06770218 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests if using therapeutic taping along with stability training can help improve pelvic stability in children with Down syndrome.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 4 Years to 10 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 16 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Lahore, Punjab Province and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 27, 2024 |
| Main results expected | January 15, 2025 |
| Study ends | January 15, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | January 13, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06770218 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are children with Down syndrome who have functional hearing and vision and can understand commands.
✕Probably not a fit
Children with severe mental retardation or a history of trauma and surgery may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of therapeutic taping combined with pelvic girdle stability training in children with Down syndrome over an 8-week period. Participants are divided into two groups: one receiving both therapeutic taping and stability training, and the other receiving only stability training. The effectiveness of these interventions will be assessed using trunk control assessment tools and gross motor functional scales. The study employs convenient sampling techniques to evaluate the outcomes of the interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve trunk control and overall motor function in children with Down syndrome.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited data on the specific combination of therapeutic taping and pelvic girdle stability training in this population, similar approaches have shown promise in improving motor function in children with developmental disorders.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Functional hearing and vision * Ability to understand commands. Exclusion Criteria: * Children with severe mental retardation * History of trauma and surgery'
Where it's running
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Riphah international university. lahore pakistan.
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting -
Riphah international university
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Maham Javed, MS* — Ripah International university
- Study coordinator: imran Amjad, phd
- Email: Imran.amjad@ripah.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.