The Role of Aquatic-Based Plyometric Exercises for Patients With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
NCT ID: NCT05304832
Last Updated: 2022-12-28
Study Results
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Basic Information
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COMPLETED
NA
48 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2020-12-06
2022-01-30
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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Outcome measures
1. Muscle strength: The peak concentric torque of the right and left quadriceps muscle was measured through an Isokinetic Dynamometer.
2. Bone health: Areal bone mineral density, volumetric bone density, and bone mineral content of the lumbar spine and neck of femur were measured through Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) scanning.
3. Physical ability: The physical performance was assessed using the 6-minute walk test.
The AquaPlyo group received a 12-week AquaPlyo training, 45 minutes per session, two times a week for 12 consecutive weeks, in conformity with the National Strength and Conditioning Association guidelines and American Academy of Pediatrics safety standards. The AquaPlyo program consisted of ten unilateral and bilateral lower limb plyometrics in the form of hopping/bounding/jumping activities conducted in a water medium. The AquaPlyo training included a warm-up for 10 minutes and a cool-down for 5 minutes. The control group received the standard exercise program, 45 minutes per session, two times a week for 12 consecutive weeks. The program consisted of flexibility exercise, strength training, weight-bearing, proprioceptive training, and free treadmill walking or cycle ergometry.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
TREATMENT
SINGLE
Study Groups
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AquaPlyo group
Participants in this group received the AquaPlyo training program
Aqua-Plyometric Exercise
The aqua-plyometric training was conducted for 45 minutes, twice weekly, for 12 successive weeks. The training was geared toward the lower body and was conducted under close supervision of a licensed pediatric physical therapist in accordance with the safety performance guidelines defined by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the US National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Control group
Participants in this group received the standard exercise program.
Standard physical therapy
The program encompassed the standard exercises for patients with JIA (aerobic, weight-bearing, proprioceptive, flexibility, and strengthening exercises). The training was conducted for 40 minutes, two times a week for 12 successive weeks.
Interventions
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Aqua-Plyometric Exercise
The aqua-plyometric training was conducted for 45 minutes, twice weekly, for 12 successive weeks. The training was geared toward the lower body and was conducted under close supervision of a licensed pediatric physical therapist in accordance with the safety performance guidelines defined by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the US National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Standard physical therapy
The program encompassed the standard exercises for patients with JIA (aerobic, weight-bearing, proprioceptive, flexibility, and strengthening exercises). The training was conducted for 40 minutes, two times a week for 12 successive weeks.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Polyarticular onset of JIA with bilateral involvement of the knee joint
* Age between 12 and 18 years
* Stable conditions (i.e., receive stable doses of medications in the past three months)
* Not participating in a regular exercise program in the past six months
Exclusion Criteria
* History of joint surgery
* Ankylosing or fractures
* Bone destruction (erosive changes of the knee joint)
* Cardiopulmonary comorbidities
* Recommendation against engaging in potentially explosive physical activities by the attending Rheumatologist.
12 Years
18 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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Cairo University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Ragab Kamal Elnaggar
Associate Professor
Principal Investigators
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Ragab K Elnaggar, PhD
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
Locations
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Ragab K. Elnaggar
Al Kharj, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
Countries
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References
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Elnaggar RK, Elfakharany MS. Aqua-Plyometric Exercises-Induced Changes in Muscle Strength, Bone Mineral Properties, and Physical Fitness in Patients With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: A 12-Week, Randomized Controlled Trial. Pediatr Exerc Sci. 2022 Dec 19;35(4):198-205. doi: 10.1123/pes.2022-0044. Print 2023 Nov 1.
Other Identifiers
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RHPT/0020/0045
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id