The purpose of the study is to contribute to the rehabilitation program by comparing the effects of traditional rehabilitation methods and aquatherapy given in addition to these methods in patients with cerebral palsy. If the superiority of the rehabilitation program including aquatherapy is demonstrated, evidence will be provided for its more widespread use.
The participants will be divided into two groups as the study group and the control group. The study group will receive an aquatherapy rehabilitation program in addition to the conventional rehabilitation program, while the control group will only receive the conventional rehabilitation program.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
34
17 patients with cerebral palsy meeting the criteria will undergo conventional rehabilitation
17 patients with cerebral palsy meeting the criteria will undergo convertional rehabilitation and aquatic therapy
Ankara Bilkent City Hospital Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital
Ankara, Ankara, Bilkent-Çankaya, Turkey (Türkiye)
RECRUITINGModified Ashworth Scale (MAS)
MAS 0: No increase in tone MAS 1: Minimal resistance or a catch and release at the end of the range of motion MAS 1+: Slight increase in tone, with minimal resistance felt in less than half of the range of motion MAS 2: Increased tone throughout most of the range of motion, but the joint can be easily moved MAS 3: Marked increase in tone, making passive movement difficult MAS 4: Rigidity in flexion or extension of the affected part
Time frame: baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes.
Gross Motor Function Measurement
The Gross Motor Function Measurement (GMFM) is an assessment method used to determine the motor development level of children with cerebral palsy. Its purpose is to measure not just the quality of motor performance, but rather how much of the movement the child has accomplished.
Time frame: baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes.
Pediatric Balance Scale
The Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS)" is a functional balance measure that evaluates postural control while children perform activities they commonly engage in at home, school, and within the community. It consists of a 14-item scale, with each item scored from 0 to 4. The maximum score is 56.
Time frame: baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes.
The Functional Reach Test
The Functional Reach Test is one of the dynamic balance assessment methods. It measures the maximum distance one can reach forward and sideways while standing upright.
Time frame: baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes.
Emel Turgut Varan, Medical Doctor
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