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Vestibular Stimulation Versus Foot Intrinsic Muscle Exercises in Children With Down Syndrome

NCT07778654 · Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 48

Last updated 2026-08-21

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Summary

This study will compare the effects of vestibular stimulation exercises and foot intrinsic muscle exercises on balance and functional mobility in children with Down syndrome aged 4-15 years. Children with Down syndrome commonly experience balance and mobility difficulties due to hypotonia, ligamentous laxity, and impaired postural control. The study will determine which of the two exercise approaches is more effective in improving balance and functional mobility, using the Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS) and Timed Up and Go (TUG) test. The findings may help physiotherapists select appropriate rehabilitation strategies to improve functional independence in children with Down syndrome.

Conditions

Interventions

OTHER

Vestibular Stimulation Exercises

A structured vestibular stimulation exercise program designed to improve postural control, balance, and functional mobility in children with Down syndrome. The program includes sensory-motor activities involving controlled rotational, linear, and vertical movements.

OTHER

Foot Intrinsic Muscle Exercises

A structured foot muscle strengthening program designed to improve foot stability, postural control, balance, and functional mobility in children with Down syndrome. The program targets the intrinsic muscles of the foot through functional strengthening activities.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Shalamar Institute of Health Sciences

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • DR SADAF TABASSAM, PHD · Shalamar Hospital

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
4 Years
Max Age
15 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-09-02
Primary Completion
2027-02-28
Completion
2027-03-29

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