Using Kinesiology Taping to Improve Head and Trunk Control in Children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Effect of Kinesiology Taping on Head and Trunk Control in Children With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
This study is testing if using kinesiology tape can help children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy improve their head and trunk control.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 8 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Egyptian Chinese University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT05967793 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of Kinesiology Taping in enhancing head and trunk control in children diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). DMD is a progressive muscle disorder that primarily affects children, leading to muscle weakness and loss of mobility. The intervention focuses on improving trunk stability, which is crucial for overall movement and posture, through the application of kinesio tape. The study aims to assess how this method can support rehabilitation efforts that often overlook trunk control in favor of limb mobility.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 8 to 12 years who have been diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and can follow physiotherapy instructions.
Not a fit: Patients with severe contractures in the lower extremities or other neurological/musculoskeletal disorders, as well as those with recent lower extremity injuries or surgeries, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the quality of life and functional abilities of children with DMD by enhancing their trunk control.
How similar studies have performed: While kinesiology taping has been used in various rehabilitation contexts, this specific application for trunk control in DMD is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. being at the age of 8-12 years 2. being able to cooperate with the instructions of physiotherapist to perform the assessments and procedures. Exclusion Criteria: 1. having severe contracture at lower extremities 2. having another neurological and/or musculoskeletal disease diagnosis in addition to DMD. c) having a history of any lower extremity injury or orthopedic/neurologic surgery within the past 6 months.
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Noha Elserty — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Noha Elserty, ASS. prof.
- Email: noha.serty@fpt.bu.edu.eg
- Phone: 01006709648
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.