Investigation of the Effects of Balance Discs With Different Surfaces Used in Balance Education in Children With Cerebral Palsy on Proprioceptive Sense and Balance.
Study Details
Study Description
Brief Summary
This is a non-invasive prospective study investigating the effects of balance discs with different surfaces used in balance education in children with cerebral palsy on proprioceptive sense and balance.
| Condition or Disease | Intervention/Treatment | Phase |
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N/A |
Detailed Description
Many methods are used for balance training. One of them is balance discs. Balance discs consist of smooth and rough surfaces. Balance training is given to children with cerebral palsy on these two surfaces. Thanks to its balance disc structure, it plays an active role in the development of balance, but there is a need for evidence about whether rough or smooth surfaces and training have superiority over each other. Knowing the difference between the two surfaces will help the staff about which surface to use in the treatment and will be beneficial for the children.
The aim of this study is to determine whether there is a difference between a rough and smooth surface in terms of improving proprioceptive sense and balance.
Study Design
Arms and Interventions
| Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
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| Experimental: Spiky balance disc study group Bobath therapy will be studied with the children in this group and balance training will be given on the rough (spiky) surface of the extra balance disc. |
Other: Pediatric neurodevelopmental therapy
Bobath therapy
Other: smooth balance disc
Balance discs consist of smooth and rough surface. Balance training is given to children with cerebral palsy on these two surfaces. Thanks to its balance disc structure, it plays an active role in the development of balance.
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| Experimental: Smooth balance disc study group Bobath therapy will be studied with the children in this group and balance training will be given on the smooth (flat) surface of the extra balance disc. |
Other: Spiky balance disc
Balance discs consist of smooth and rough surface. Balance training is given to children with cerebral palsy on these two surfaces. Thanks to its balance disc structure, it plays an active role in the development of balance.
Other: Pediatric neurodevelopmental therapy
Bobath therapy
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Outcome Measures
Primary Outcome Measures
- Change in Pediatric Berg balance test: [baseline and week 10]
The Pediatric Berg Balance Test is a modified version of the Berg Balance Test used to assess functional balance skills in school-aged children.Patients are evaluated out of 56 points, with the highest score being 56. Change will be evaluated
- Change in Functional reach test [baseline and week 10]
The Functional Reach Test is a clinical outcome measurement and assessment tool to detect dynamic balance in a single simple task. While standing, it measures the distance between the length of an extended arm at maximum forward reach while maintaining a stable base of support.Change will be evaluated.
- Change in One-leg standing test [baseline and week 10]
The one-leg stance test is a test in which the time to stand on balance is measured on the right and left extremities of the patient, and evaluates the static balance. Change will be evaluated.
- Change in Proprioceptive sensory test: [baseline and week 10]
Active and passive repositioning test will be used to evaluate ankle proprioceptive sensation. Passive repositioning: The person to be tested is asked to learn that position by positioning the joint at a certain angle. Then, while the joint is moved passively, the person is asked to stop the movement when it reaches the previously learned position. The numerical difference between the angle found by the person and the angle taught before is evaluated. Active repositioning: The person is asked to find the position taught to the person by moving their extremity, and the numerical difference is determined.Change will be evaluated.
Other Outcome Measures
- height [baseline]
Children's height will be measured in cm with a tape measure.
- weight [baseline]
Their weight will be measured with precision scales and indicated in kg.
- body mass index [baseline]
Body mass index will be stated as kilo/meter*2.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
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Diagnosed with cerebral palsy
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Diagnosed with motor developmental delay
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0-12 years old
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Levels 1 and 2 according to GMFCS
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Having bilateral and unilaterally affected spastic type CP
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Cooperate with assessments
Exclusion Criteria:
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Botulinum toxin administration in the last 6 months
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Having had any surgical operation in the last 6 months
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Having dyskinetic, ataxic and hypotonic type CP
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Unable to cooperate with assessments
Contacts and Locations
Locations
| Site | City | State | Country | Postal Code | |
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| 1 | Hatay Mustafa Kemal Üniversitesi | Antakya | Hatay | Turkey | 31000 |
Sponsors and Collaborators
- Mustafa Kemal University
Investigators
None specified.Study Documents (Full-Text)
None provided.More Information
Publications
None provided.- PTIlkan