Healthy Control Group, Posterior Fossa Brain Tumor Group
Conditions
Brief summary
This study is designed to assess physical performance and quality of life in children with posterior fossa brain tumors compared to healthy children. The trial evaluates parameters such as physical endurance, balance, muscle strength, gait characteristics, and quality of life measures to understand the functional impact of the condition.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Sarah Mohammed El-Abasiri
Maadi Military Hospital
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
7 Years to 10 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* \- Children aged 7 to 10 years. * Confirmed diagnosis of posterior fossa brain tumors. * Medically stable and able to perform physical evaluations. Inclusion Criteria for Healthy Controls: * Age-matched healthy children aged 7 to 10 years. * No history of neurological, musculoskeletal, or oncological disorders.
Exclusion criteria
* Associated severe cognitive or visual impairments preventing test comprehension. * Other concurrent major medical or orthopedic conditions affecting physical performance.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) | At baseline during the initial assessment | Measures walking distance in meters to evaluate physical endurance and functional capacity. |
Countries
Egypt
Contacts
CONTACTSarah Mohammed El-Abasiri
PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOREman Ibrahim Elhadidy
Cairo University Faculty of Physical Therapy
Outcome results
None listed