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Correlation Between Toilet Sitting Position, Ankle Range of Motion, and Lower Limb Strength in Children

NCT07576491 · Status: RECRUITING · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 191

Last updated 2026-05-08

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Summary

This study investigates the relationship between different toilet sitting styles (squat vs. western) and their effects on ankle range of motion (ROM), constipation symptoms, and lower limb strength in school-going children aged 6-12 years. With increasing urbanization, the shift from traditional squat toilets to sitting toilets may influence children's musculoskeletal development and bowel health. Squatting involves greater ankle dorsiflexion and muscle activation, which may contribute to better lower limb strength and improved bowel function compared to sitting postures.

A comparative cross-sectional design will be used, including participants from public and private schools. Data on toilet usage habits will be collected along with demographic information. Ankle ROM will be measured using a goniometer, lower limb strength will be assessed through the 1-minute sit-to-stand test and standing long jump, and constipation symptoms will be evaluated using the PAC-SYM questionnaire. Data analysis will be conducted using SPSS version 26. Ethical approval will be obtained from the Research Ethics Committee of Riphah International University, Lahore.

Conditions

  • Children, Only

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Riphah International University

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Ayisha Sana, MS-PT · Riphah International University

Eligibility

Min Age
6 Years
Max Age
12 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-04-13
Primary Completion
2026-07-10
Completion
2026-08-30

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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