Effect of Repetition of Single Leg Weight Bearing Exercises on Gait Parameters In Hemiplegic Children
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Gait, Hemiplegic children, Single leg weight bearing exercisesAbstract
Background: Hemiplegics presented with asymmetric weight distribution and impaired weight shifting ability. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect repetitions of single leg weight bearing exercises on gait parameters in hemiplegic children. Methods: total 20 hemiplegic children were randomly assigned into two groups, Control group (Group A) and experimental group (Group B). Children in Group A received conventional therapy and Group B were given 10 repetitions of single leg weight bearing exercises along with conventional therapy and both the group was given stretching and gait training program. Gait parameters were recorded on 10day and at the end of 4week. Result: Significant difference was found in the groups; Group B has shown more improvement compared to Group A in step length, step width and cadence. But non-significant difference was found in stride length when both group were compared. Conclusion: Repetitions of single leg weight bearing exercises along with conventional therapy are effective than conventional therapy alone in improving gait in hemiplegic children.
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