Effect of Plyometric Exercises on Upper Extremity Function in Children With Unilateral Cerebral Palsy
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Sports Physical Therapy
- Sponsor
- Cairo University
- Enrollment
- 40
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Hand grip strength
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 2 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
Plyometric training includes muscle contraction that moves rapidly from the eccentric to the concentric phase of movement while using proper biomechanics. It is an effective neuromuscular stimulus that can improve motor functions of children with CP. In plyometric training, muscles exert maximum force in short intervals of time, with the goal of increasing power.
Detailed Description
This is a prospective double-masked randomized controlled trial.
Investigators
Amira Mahmoud Abd-elmonem
Amira Abd-elmonem, assist Prof. Physiacl therapy for pediatric department, faculty of physical therapy , Cairo university
Cairo University
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •spastic hemiplegia
Exclusion Criteria
- •fixed deformities
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Hand grip strength
Time Frame: after 3 successive months
The hand held dynamometer was used to assess grip strength and recorded in kilogram.
Upper extremity function
Time Frame: after 3 successive months
The quality of upper extremity skill test is used to measure the motor function with maximum score 100% with higher score reflects better performance.
Secondary Outcomes
- Selective motor control(after 3 successive months)