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The Impact of Aquatic Therapy on Walking, Balance Functions, and Quality of Life in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Sponsor: Ankara City Hospital Bilkent
Summary
The purpose of the study is to contribute to the rehabilitation program by comparing the effects of traditional rehabilitation methods and aquatherapy given in addition to these methods in patients with cerebral palsy. If the superiority of the rehabilitation program including aquatherapy is demonstrated, evidence will be provided for its more widespread use.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
3 Years - 16 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
34
Start Date
2023-09-01
Completion Date
2024-09
Last Updated
2024-05-03
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
conventional rehabilitation
17 patients with cerebral palsy meeting the criteria will undergo conventional rehabilitation
aquatic therapy
17 patients with cerebral palsy meeting the criteria will undergo convertional rehabilitation and aquatic therapy
Locations (1)
Ankara Bilkent City Hospital Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital
Ankara, Ankara, Bilkent-Çankaya, Turkey (Türkiye)