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Effects of Different Dual-Task Exercises in Children With Mild Mental Retardation
Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of motor-motor and motor-cognitive dual-task exercises applied to children with mild mental retardation on their functional mobility, balance, cognitive function, and quality of life.
Official title: Effects of Different Dual-Task Exercises on Motor and Cognitive Functions in Children With Mild Mental Retardation
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
8 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
33
Start Date
2024-11-15
Completion Date
2025-11-10
Last Updated
2025-06-19
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Motor-Motor Dual Task Exercise Group
Participants in this group will perform motor tasks (such as ball handling, throwing, holding) accompanied by physiotherapist. Exercises will last about 40 minutes, 2 days a week, 6 weeks.
Motor-Cognitive Dual Task Exercise Group
This group will also do walking and balance exercises with the physiotherapist, while simultaneously doing cognitive tasks (rhythmic counting, saying color names, finding words, etc.). The exercises will last approximately 40 minutes, 2 days a week, for 6 weeks.
Control Group
Standard walking and balance exercises will be given to the control group at home and followed by parents. Exercises will last about 40 minutes, 2 days a week, 6 weeks.
Locations (1)
Istanbul University Cerrahpasa
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)