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EFFECT OF PLYOMETRIC EXERCISES ON LOWER LIMB FUNCTIONS FOLLOWING PEDIATRIC BURN

The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of plyometric exercise on improving lower limb function after a pediatric burn. Hypothesis: It will be hypothesized that: There will be no effect of plyometric exercise on changing lower limb functions after pediatric burn . 52 children with lower limb burn will participate in this study will receive traditional physical therapy program in the form of range of motion exercises , stretching, and strengthen exercises 3 sessions per week, eight successive weeks. will receive plyometric exercise and traditional physical therapy program for 3 sessions per week, eight successive weeks . Measuring Equipment: * Goniometer: for measuring knee flexion ROM * Hand-held dynamometer for measuring of hamstring muscle strength * Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS)