Pilates Benefits in Pediatric Burn Survivors

NCT ID: NCT06237361

Last Updated: 2024-02-01

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

60 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2022-06-10

Study Completion Date

2023-12-15

Brief Summary

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This study investigated the effects of Pilates exercises on lower limb muscle strength, functional capacity, and quality of life in children with burn injuries. In a twelve-week randomized clinical trial involving 60 children, those who received Pilates exercises in addition to traditional physical therapy showed significant improvements in muscle strength, functional capacity, and overall quality of life compared to those who received traditional therapy alone. The findings suggest that incorporating Pilates exercises into rehabilitation programs may enhance outcomes for children recovering from burn injuries.

Detailed Description

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This research focused on examining the impact of Pilates exercises on lower limb muscle strength, functional capacity, and quality of life in children recuperating from burn injuries. The study, conducted as a twelve-week randomized clinical trial with 60 participants, found notable improvements in various aspects for the group receiving Pilates exercises alongside traditional physical therapy. Specifically, enhancements in muscle strength (including hip flexors, extensors, abductors, and more), functional capacity, and overall quality of life scores were statistically significant in the Pilates group compared to those undergoing traditional therapy alone. This suggests a positive influence of Pilates exercises on the rehabilitation of children with lower limb burns.

The investigation delved into the potential benefits of Pilates exercises, emphasizing their role in augmenting muscle strength, functional capacity, and overall well-being. The study participants, aged 10 to 15 years and recovering from lower limb burns, were randomly assigned to either a control group receiving only traditional physical therapy or a Pilates group combining Pilates exercises with traditional therapy. The outcomes demonstrated significant differences favoring the Pilates group, not only in terms of lower limb muscle strength but also functional capacity, as assessed by the 6-minute walk test, and overall quality of life scores measured through the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory. The findings suggest that incorporating Pilates into rehabilitation programs for pediatric burn survivors can contribute positively to physical and functional recovery, potentially improving their overall quality of life.

Conditions

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Burns Pilates Exercise Pediatric Burn

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Primary Study Purpose

TREATMENT

Blinding Strategy

SINGLE

Outcome Assessors

Study Groups

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traditional physical therapy programs

group that received traditional physical therapy programs (TPTP) alone

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

traditional physical therapy program

Intervention Type OTHER

The program included a variety of exercises such as range of motion exercises, aerobic exercises, resistance exercises, scar management, occupational therapy, and hand therapy.

Pilates group

received both traditional physical therapy programs and Pilates exercises.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Pilates exercises

Intervention Type OTHER

participants underwent a 12-week intervention involving three Pilates sessions per week. The Pilates exercises comprised warm-up activities, Pilates routines, and cool-down exercises.

traditional physical therapy program

Intervention Type OTHER

The program included a variety of exercises such as range of motion exercises, aerobic exercises, resistance exercises, scar management, occupational therapy, and hand therapy.

Interventions

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Pilates exercises

participants underwent a 12-week intervention involving three Pilates sessions per week. The Pilates exercises comprised warm-up activities, Pilates routines, and cool-down exercises.

Intervention Type OTHER

traditional physical therapy program

The program included a variety of exercises such as range of motion exercises, aerobic exercises, resistance exercises, scar management, occupational therapy, and hand therapy.

Intervention Type OTHER

Other Intervention Names

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Pilates band Exercise

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

Children with lower limb (LL) healed burns. Age between 10 and 15 years. Six months post-injury. Mixed deep 2nd \& 3rd degree burn. Total body surface area (TBSA) between 35-55 percent. Capability to walk securely without assistance.

Exclusion Criteria

Lower limb joint range of motion limits. Mental illnesses. Significant behavioral or cognitive impairments. Incapacity to exercise. Metabolic diseases. Neuropathy. Visual or vestibular abnormalities. Medical instability.
Minimum Eligible Age

10 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

15 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University

OTHER

Sponsor Role collaborator

Cairo University

OTHER

Sponsor Role collaborator

Qassim University

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Maged Basha

Associate Professor, College of Medical Rehabilitation, Qassim University

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Principal Investigators

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Alshimaa Azab, PhD

Role: STUDY_CHAIR

Professor, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University

Maged Basha, PhD

Role: STUDY_DIRECTOR

Qassim University

Locations

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Outpatient Clinic of College of Applied Medical Sciences, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University

Al Kharj, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia

Site Status

Countries

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Saudi Arabia

References

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Aibar-Almazan A, Martinez-Amat A, Cruz-Diaz D, Jesus de la Torre-Cruz M, Jimenez-Garcia JD, Zagalaz-Anula N, Redecillas-Peiro MT, Mendoza-Ladron de Guevara N, Hita-Contreras F. The Influence of Pilates Exercises on Body Composition, Muscle Strength, and Gait Speed in Community-Dwelling Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Strength Cond Res. 2022 Aug 1;36(8):2298-2305. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000003790. Epub 2020 Sep 25.

Reference Type BACKGROUND
PMID: 32991508 (View on PubMed)

Farrell RT, Gamelli RL, Sinacore J. Analysis of functional outcomes in patients discharged from an acute burn center. J Burn Care Res. 2006 Mar-Apr;27(2):189-94. doi: 10.1097/01.BCR.0000202615.59734.0E.

Reference Type RESULT
PMID: 16566563 (View on PubMed)

Gojowy D, Kauke M, Ohmann T, Homann HH, Mannil L. Early and late-recorded predictors of health-related quality of life of burn patients on long-term follow-up. Burns. 2019 Sep;45(6):1300-1310. doi: 10.1016/j.burns.2019.03.016. Epub 2019 Jun 5.

Reference Type RESULT
PMID: 31176508 (View on PubMed)

Other Identifiers

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RHPT/023/014

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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