About this trial
The term of "core stability" explains the capacity to control the position and movement of the central portion of the body. Core stability training targets the muscles deep within the abdomen that attach to the spine, pelvis and shoulders, that help in the preservation of proper posture and provide the basis for movements of extremities in a coordinated manner. The aim of core stability training is to achieve the optimal physical ability tom the normal state of the spine in daily activities, in addition to developing the endurance and coordination of these core stability muscles.The Core stability may help to improve dynamic balance and muscle coordination between lower and upper extremities, as well as reducing injury risk and muscle imbalances . Core stability exercises have a positive effect on reducing pain, activating deep abdominal muscles, elevating the stability of lumbar spine and improving physical function in patients . The stability of the lumbo-pelvic region is crucial to provide a foundation for movement of the upper and lower extremities, to support loads, and to protect the spinal cord and nerve roots . The core muscles stabilize the spine and trunk during movements such as jumping, running, and throwing .
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
A clinical diagnosis of diplegic CP made by paediatricians or pediatric neurologists
children spasticity grades must range from 1 to 1+ according to MAS
age must range from 4 to 10 years
They Must be in level I or II on the Gross Motor Function Classifcation System (GMFCS)
Disqualifiers
A permanent deformity (bony or soft tissue contractures)
visual or auditory defects
Botox application to the lower extremity in the past 6 months or undergone a previous surgical intervention to ankle and knee
history of epileptic seizure and any diagnosed cardiac or orthopaedic disability
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Core stability exercises