About this trial
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) affects motor planning and functional mobility in children, leading to long-term functional and psychosocial difficulties. This randomized clinical trial will compare the effectiveness of Obstacle Course Training (OCT) and Neuromotor Task Training (NTT) in improving motor planning and functional mobility in children aged 7-10 years diagnosed with DCD. Participants will be randomly allocated to either OCT or NTT for 9 weeks (two sessions per week). Outcomes will be assessed using standardized motor performance measures to determine the more effective intervention.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
• Diagnosis of DCD based on DSM4/5 criteria.
Children aged 7-10.
Gender male and female.
Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score >24 .
Disqualifiers
History of surgery and lower limb injuries over the past 12 months.
Use of assistive devices to balance and walk.
Severe ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (if it significantly interferes with participation), or major psychiatric disorders.
Taking neuroleptics or any other medications that significantly alter muscle tone, coordination, or attention.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Obstacle Course Training
- Neuromotor Task Training