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Effects of (tDCS) Combined With Virtual Reality Versus CPT on Brain, Cognitive, and GMS in Children With DS.
Sponsor: Superior University
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) combined with virtual reality-based training versus conventional physical therapy on brain activity, cognitive function, and gross motor skills in children with Down syndrome. Children with Down syndrome commonly exhibit motor and cognitive impairments associated with altered neurodevelopment, which may benefit from neuroplasticity-oriented interventions.
Official title: Effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) Combined With Virtual Reality Versus Conventional Physical Therapy on Brain Activity, Cognitive Function, and Gross Motor Skills in Children With Down Syndrome.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
6 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2025-04-17
Completion Date
2027-04-30
Last Updated
2026-02-03
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Conventional Physical Therapy
Participants in the control group will receive standard, evidence-based physical therapy targeting gross motor skills, including exercises for strength, balance and functional mobility
Experimental group (tDCS + Virtual Reality)
Participants will receive non-invasive tDCS in combination with interactive, task-oriented VR exercises designed to improve gross motor skills such as balance, standing, walking, and functional mobility. Each session will be supervised by licensed physiotherapists
Locations (1)
Superior University CRC
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan