Vojta therapy to improve walking and mobility in children with Down syndrome

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized trial will enroll 28 children with Down syndrome who can stand and walk independently and randomly assign them to either an experimental group receiving Vojta therapy or a control group for eight weeks. Functional mobility will be measured with the GMFM-88 and gait will be measured using spatial parameters such as step length, stride length, stride width, toe-in/toe-out, and base of support, with assessments at baseline and immediately after intervention. The intervention consists of repetitive sensorimotor Vojta exercises delivered over the eight-week period, and data will be analyzed using SPSS v27. The trial is conducted at Riphah International University’s Hashim center in Lahore, Pakistan.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age: 2-10 years old
* Confirmed diagnosis of Down syndrome by pediatric neurologist.
* Written informed consent obtained from parents or guardians.
* Independent standing and walking abilities assessed by GMFM dimension D and E.
* Functional hearing and vision, and understanding of instructions which were necessary for the measurement procedures
* No other physical therapy or interventions within the past three months

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of other significant medical conditions (e.g., severe cardiac issues).
* History of orthopedic surgery or significant musculoskeletal issues affecting mobility.
* Any additional neurological disorders that could confound results.
* Patient with Serious cognitive \& behavior issues that would interfere with group participation.
* Participation in other clinical trials during the study period

Where it's running

• Hashim
  Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Ayesha Tanveer, 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

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.