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Effect of task-oriented training on balance and motor function of ambulant children with cerebral palsy
O O Ogwumike1, U M Badaru2, A F Adeniyi1
1Department of Physiotherapy, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria.
Insights
Task-oriented training (TOT) significantly improved motor function and balance in ambulant children with cerebral palsy (CP). These findings highlight TOT as an effective intervention for enhancing mobility in this population.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Neurology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Cerebral palsy (CP) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder affecting motor function.
- Ambulant children with CP often experience challenges with balance and motor skills.
- Task-oriented training (TOT) is a therapeutic approach aimed at improving functional abilities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of task-oriented training (TOT) on motor function (MF) and balance in ambulant children with cerebral palsy (CP).
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 39 ambulant children with CP.
- Participants were allocated to either a task-oriented training (TOT) group or a control group (CG).
- Motor function and balance were assessed at baseline, 6 and 12 weeks, and 6 weeks post-intervention using statistical analysis.
Main Results:
- Both groups were comparable at baseline.
- Significant improvements in motor function were observed in the TOT group at 6 weeks.
- Significant improvements in both motor function and balance were noted in the TOT group at 12 weeks and 6 weeks post-intervention compared to the control group.
Conclusions:
- Task-oriented training (TOT) is an effective intervention for enhancing motor function and balance in ambulant children with cerebral palsy (CP).
- The study supports the use of TOT to improve functional outcomes in children with CP.
Introduction And Objectives:
The study evaluated the effect of task-oriented training (TOT) on the motor function (MF) and balance of ambulant children with cerebral palsy (CP).
Materials And Methods:
A total of 46 children were randomised into TOT group (n=23) and Control Group (CG [n=23]), but 39 children complete the study. Balance and MF were assessed at baseline, 6th and 12th weeks and 6 weeks post-intervention. Data were analysed with repeated measures ANOVA, Friedman's, Mann-Whitney U, Student's-t and post hoc tests at α≤0.05.
Results:
The two groups were comparable in all baseline scores (P>0.05). At the 6th week, significant between-group difference was observed in MF only [TOT=81.9 (18.5); CG=72.8 (19.4)] (P<0.05). There were significant between-group differences in MF [TOT=88.8 (9.4); CG=75.5 (18.5); P<0.05] and balance (TOT=9.4±4.5; CG=13.6±6.9; P<0.05) at the 12th week (P<0.05) and 6 weeks post-intervention (P<0.05).
Conclusion:
TOT improved the balance and MF of ambulant children with CP.
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