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Plyometrics for Strength and Function After Pediatric Burns
Sponsor: Qassim University
Summary
Pediatric burn survivors may experience persistent deficits in lower-limb strength, explosive power, and functional performance after hospital discharge. This randomized controlled trial evaluated whether a 12-week supervised plyometric training program improves lower-extremity muscle strength, power, and functional capacity compared with a standard exercise program in children and adolescents with severe burn injuries.
Official title: Rebuilding Capacity With Plyometrics: A Novel and Potent Stimulus for Strength and Power, and Functional Performance in Pediatric Post-Burn Population
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
10 Years - 18 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
62
Start Date
2024-04-01
Completion Date
2025-03-25
Last Updated
2026-05-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Plyometric Training
Participants in the plyometric training group will receive a 12-week supervised program, with each session lasting 45 minutes and designed to improve lower-extremity explosive power and dynamic functional mobility. Sessions will include a 5-minute dynamic warm-up, 35 minutes of progressive plyometric exercises targeting vertical and horizontal force production, and a 5-minute cool-down. Training will be individually supervised with safety measures including shock-absorbing flooring, cushioned footwear, technique monitoring, and standardized rest intervals.
Standard Exercise Program
Participants in the control group will receive a 12-week supervised program, with each session lasting 45 minutes post-discharge burn rehabilitation program focusing on mobility, flexibility, aerobic conditioning, and basic lower-limb strengthening. Sessions will include warm-up, stretching, moderate-intensity aerobic exercise at 50-70% of age-predicted maximum heart rate, strengthening exercises, and cool-down, with progression based on participant tolerance.
Locations (1)
Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University
Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia