cerebral palsy, training, physical activity, counseling, children
Conditions
Interventions
Participants are randomised in either the control group or the experimental group. The control group follows their regular physiotherapy and the experimental group follows the activity stimulation pro
2. A tailored life style intervention (6 months).
Sponsors
University Medical Center
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Age 7 to 12 years; 2. Diagnosis spastic cerebral palsy based on published diagnostic criteria (2); 3. Able to walk with or without assistive devices, that means, class I to III on the GMFCS.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. If they underwent surgery (<6 months ago) or botuline toxine treatment (<3 months ago); 2. If they have cardiovascular contraindications or other medical conditions that may interfere with physical training; 3. If they are unable to follow simple instructions; 4. Have behavioural problems that interfere with participating in a group training; 5. Have predominant dyskinetic or atactic movement disorder.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Performance of mobility: 1. Physical activity measured by 7-days accelerometry (Stepwatch); 2. Self reported activities (CAPE, AQUA, Functional Mobility Scale). | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Capacity of mobility (GMFM-66 and functional leg strength, walking ability); 2. Fitness (isometric muscle strength, anaerobic capacity, aerobic capacity); 3. Health related quality of life and fatigue; 4. Self concept. | — |
Contacts
Public ContactLeontien Wely, van
Postbus 7057
Outcome results
None listed