Mucopolysaccharidosis
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Individuals with a confirmed diagnosis of Mucopolysaccharidosis (any type) by enzyme assay and/or genotyping; of both sexes; over six years of age; whose guardians signed the informed consent form; under follow-up at the Reference Center for Inborn Errors of Metabolism; and without participation in physical rehabilitation or regular aerobic exercise (greater than 150 minutes/week) in the last six months
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patients unable to walk; with tracheostomies and/or dependent on invasive mechanical ventilation; hospitalized for acute respiratory infection less than 30 days prior to assessment; with severe heart disease; with cognitive impairment, unable to understand verbal instructions
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| A 10% improvement in functional capacity, assessed by the incremental walking test, is expected in individuals with mucopolysaccharidosis. Data were collected before and after a 16-week physical rehabilitation program. 16-week physical rehabilitation program | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| An improvement in quality of life is expected, as assessed using the Quality of Life Assessment Questionnaire – Short Form (36 items) | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Universidade Federal de São Paulo