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Hippotherapy Simulators on Trunk Control and Upper Extremity Functions in Cerebral Palsy
Sponsor: Firat University
Summary
The hippotherapy simulator imitates the three-dimensional mechanical movement and walking of the horse and transfers the mechanical effect to the rider during hippotherapy. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of exercise program with hippotherapy simulator on upper extremity functions and trunk control of individuals with cerebral palsy.All individuals diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy who agree to participate in the study and meet the inclusion criteria will be randomly divided into two groups as Study and Control Group. In addition to conventional physiotherapy, the study group will be trained in the Hippotherapy Simulature for 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week for 4 weeks.n addition to conventional physiotherapy, the control group will be allowed to sit in the Hippotherapy Simulature for 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week for 4 weeks. However, the simulator will be kept in closed position to prevent oscillations.
Official title: Investigation of the Effect of Hippotherapy Simulators on Trunk Control and Upper Extremity Functions in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
6 Years - 18 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2024-08-20
Completion Date
2024-10-30
Last Updated
2024-08-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Hippotherapy group
In addition to conventional physiotherapy, training will be given in the Hippotherapy Simulator for 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week for 4 weeks. The hippotherapy simulator serves a wide range of purposes from recreational use that mimics the movements of a real horse or can make similar movements, to fitness, exercise, sports, education and therapy and is suitable for use by individuals with cerebral palsy.
Control group
In addition to conventional physiotherapy, the control group will be allowed to sit in the Hippotherapy Simulature for 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week for 4 weeks. However, the simulator will be kept in closed position to prevent oscillations.
Locations (1)
Songul Baglan Yentur
Elâzığ, Turkey (Türkiye)