Approval Probability 71%
TA Base Rate26%
Adjusted LOA41%
ML RiskLOW_RISK
| NCT ID | Title | Phase | Status | Enrollment | Velocity | Design | Start | Completion | Last Updated | Sites | Countries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT01207570 | Endermotherapy for Children With Developmental Disabilities | PHASE2 | COMPLETED | 54 | — | — | Feb 1, 2010 | May 1, 2011 | Oct 10, 2011 | 1 | Hong Kong |
The ankle passive range of motion will be measured by a Myrin goniometer.
| Arm | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Endermotherapy | EXPERIMENTAL | The subjects in the experimental group will receive a single session (5 minutes) of endermotherapy) applied to the gastrocnemius/soleus muscle group in the more affected side. The treatment will b e carried out by a qualified physiotherapist. |
| Passive stretching | ACTIVE_COMPARATOR | The subjects in this group will receive a single session of passive stretching of the gastrocnemius/soleus muscle for 5 minutes. |
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Endermotherapy | PROCEDURE | The subjects will receive a single session of endermotherapy applied to the gastrocnemius/soleus muscle on the more affected side for 5 minutes. The treatment will be conducted by a qualified physiotherapist. |
| Passive manual stretching | PROCEDURE | The subjects will receive a single session of passive manual stretching of the gastrocnemius/soleus muscle on the more affected side. The treatment will be given by a qualified physiotherapist. |
Inclusion Criteria: * children aged between 2 and 6. * children with diagnosis of cerebral palsy or developmental disabilities. * Has limited ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (less than 20 degrees) Exclusion Criteria: * Other serious illnesses that preclude participation