This study investigates the effects of WBV on fascicle length, knee joint angle and function in children with spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
to study the effect of WBV on fascicle length, knee joint angle and function in children with spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
80
On a vibration platform, the children went into a complete squat. The device was calibrated at a frequency of 30 Hz, an amplitude of 2 mm, and a duration of 5 minutes. After the vibration was turned on, the children were told to stay in the squatting position and to report any discomfort that could occur. The vibration automatically shut off after five minutes. The children then rested for a minute. Next, under the identical conditions as for the squatting position, they were instructed to stand on the vibration platform for five minutes with the therapist\'s assistance. Consequently, WBV was applied for a total of 10 minutes during each session.
structured therapeutic exercise program that included neurodevelopmental approaches, balance exercises, milestone facilitation, stretching exercises, and postural reaction facilitation. The program was conducted for one hour each day, three days a week.
mostafa ALI
Giza, Married, Egypt
Knee range of motion
Each child in both groups had their knee joint\'s extension angle measured before and after a 12-week therapy program began using an absolute + AxisTM Digital Goniometer
Time frame: 12 weeks
Fascicle length of hamstring muscle
The biceps femoris muscle\'s muscle fascicle length was measured at a frequency of 7.5 MHz using GE LOGIQ P6 ultrasonography equipment
Time frame: 12 weeks
gross motor function
Gross Motor Functional Measurement-88 : is a common principle-test designed to assess changes in function in various milestones for children with cerebral palsy 0 = does not initiate 1. = initiates 2. = partially completes 3. = completes
Time frame: 12 weeks
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