RecruitingNCT06934850

The Relationship Between Hand Grip Strength, Trunk Control and Functional Performance in Individuals With Mild Mental Retardation

Sponsor

Inonu University

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

May 26, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Mental Retardation

Summary

Scope and Limitations of the Project This project aims to examine the relationship between hand grip strength, trunk control, and functional performance in individuals with mild intellectual disability (MID). Individuals with MID face significant challenges in daily life activities and social interactions due to deficiencies in motor skills. Hand grip strength is considered a fundamental indicator of overall muscle strength and level of independence, while trunk control plays a crucial role in both postural stability and dynamic movement coordination. The project seeks to scientifically evaluate the physical and functional parameters of these individuals and highlight the impact of motor control on daily living activities. The study is limited to individuals aged 12-18, including those with intellectual disabilities attending rehabilitation centers and healthy individuals visiting hospitals. While this limitation allows for a focused examination of the needs of a specific group, it may also restrict the generalizability of the findings to the broader population.

Eligibility

Min Age: 12 YearsMax Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria3

Clinical diagnosis of mild mental retardation
Individuals aged between 12 and 18 years
Sufficient physical ability to perform hand grip strength measurements

Exclusion Criteria3

Impaired trunk control due to an orthopedic or neurological disorder
Psychological or physical conditions that prevent active participation in the assessments
Mental illnesses or physical disorders in otherwise healthy individuals that may affect measurement outcomes

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Interventions

OTHERHand grip strength

Collection Tools a) Hand Grip Force Measurement: Hand grip strength will be measured using a digital dynamometer. The measurement will be performed three times in the dominant and nondominant hand of the participant and the average value will be taken (1). b) Trunk Control Assessment: Trunk control will be assessed with the McGill core endurance test. This scale is a valid and reliable tool to objectively measure trunk stability and dynamic control levels (2). c) Motor skill assessment: Timed Up and Go Test: The Timed Up and Go Test was used to assess functional mobility and dynamic balance (3). The patient was told to get up from the chair, walk 3 meters, return and sit back in the chair. The time was recorded. Timed Stair Climbing Test: It consists of the individual climbing the stairs and returning to the starting point. The elapsed time was recorded