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Spinal Mobility in Children With Cerebral Palsy: NDT-Bobath and Exergaming
Sponsor: Wroclaw University of Health and Sport Sciences
Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate changes in spinal mobility in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions in children with cerebral palsy aged 10-15 years. The study will compare outcomes between standard NDT-Bobath therapy supplemented with exergaming in a sitting position and exergaming in a standing position. Postural stability, body composition, and functional parameters will also be assessed. Participants will complete a socio-medical questionnaire and undergo baseline measurements of spinal mobility, cervical range of motion, postural stability (using Podoscan and Zebris platform), body height, and body composition (using SECA stadiometer and Tanita bioimpedance analyzer). The intervention will last 3 months and include twice-weekly 60-minute therapy sessions. Group I will receive NDT-Bobath therapy supplemented with exergaming in a sitting position, while Group II will receive NDT-Bobath therapy with exergaming in a standing position. After the intervention, participants will undergo post-intervention measurements and a follow-up evaluation three months later to assess the persistence of any changes.
Official title: Spinal Mobility in Children With Cerebral Palsy Undergoing NDT-Bobath Therapy and Exergaming-based Therapy
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
6 Years - 18 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
42
Start Date
2026-02
Completion Date
2026-06
Last Updated
2026-02-19
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
NDT-Bobath Therapy
Standard NDT-Bobath neurodevelopmental therapy focusing on normalization of muscle tone in the pelvic and shoulder girdle, enhancement of central trunk stability including rotational control, and promotion of symmetrical posture and controlled movements according to NDT principles (facilitation, stimulation, communication). Dosage - 60-minute sessions, twice weekly, for 3 months.
Sitting Exergaming
Exergaming performed in a seated position using Kinect Therapy-Based Exergames. Participants sit on an adjustable chair with hips, knees, and ankles flexed at 90°. Exercises involve safe, non-impact, visually engaging three-dimensional trunk and limb movements, personalized to the child's functional level. Movements are synchronized with the MyoMotion system for monitoring. Dosage - 60-minute sessions, twice weekly, for 3 months (as part of combined therapy).
Standing Exergaming
Exergaming performed in a standing position using Kinect Therapy-Based Exergames, promoting weight-bearing and functional trunk and limb control. Exercises involve safe, visually engaging three-dimensional movements, personalized to the child's functional abilities. Movements are synchronized with the MyoMotion system for real-time monitoring. Dosage - 60-minute sessions, twice weekly, for 3 months (as part of combined therapy).
Locations (2)
Specjalistyczne Centrum Medyczne im. Jana Pawła II S.A.
Polanica-Zdrój, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
Wroclaw University of Health and Sport Sciences
Wroclaw, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland