Treadmill Training With and Without Compression Stockings on Toe Walking and Balance in Children With Autism.
Effects of Treadmill Training With and Without Compression Stockings on Toe Walking and Balance in Children With Autism.
Riphah International University
24 participants
Mar 15, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects around 1.7% of US children, with co-occurring conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and epilepsy complicating daily functioning. Early intervention strategies, such as sensory-based therapies and physical exercises like treadmill training, are used to improve motor skills and overall functioning in children with ASD. A randomized controlled trial is being conducted to evaluate the impact of treadmill interventions on children with toe-walking behaviors. Participants will be assigned to either Group A or Group B, with treadmill sessions with or without compression stockings. The study aims to investigate the potential benefits of treadmill therapy as part of a multidisciplinary approach to treating ASD.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Children with ASD who toe walk.
- Gait disorder more than 30% of the time.
- Compliance with our treatment protocol.
- Children whose guardians agreed on the study
Exclusion Criteria4
- Associated orthopedic conditions.
- Underlying genetic disorders.
- Global developmental delay.
- Patient's parents'/guardians' refusal to provide informed consent
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Interventions
* Incline: Initially 5% incline and after 4 weeks an incline of 10% will be observed * Speed: Constant speed of 3.4 mph. * Warm up: Calf stretch 10 reps/ 2 sets.
* Incline: Initially 5% incline and after 4 weeks an incline of 10% will be observed * Speed: Constant speed of 3.4 mph. * Warm up: Calf stretch 10 reps/ 2 sets.
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NCT06893718