Paediatrics
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1-Children ages will be ranged from 8 to 15 years old. 2-Confirmed diagnosis of Down syndrome by a pediatric neurologist. 3-Independent standing and walking. 4-Functional hearing and vision. 5- Mild mental retardation with IQ level (50-70) by a specialist in the school.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Children with Down syndrome will be excluded from the study if they have any of the following:- 1-Pain of upper extremities. 2-Symptomatic neurologic/ orthopedic dysfunction of upper extremities. 3-Injury of cervical region (e.g: atlantoaxial instability). 4-Thyroid disease. 5-Chest wall disorders. 6-Rhuematic and congenital heart disease. 7-History of previous surgical operation. 8-Regular participation in any sport activities. 9-Severe mental retardation.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| hand grip strength | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| pinch grasp strength | — |
Countries
Egypt
Contacts
lecturer of physical therapy