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Effects of combined exercise training on functional performance in children with cerebral palsy: a randomized-controlled study [with consumer summary]
Peungsuwan P, Parasin P, Siritaratiwat W, Prasertnu J, Yamauchi J
Pediatric Physical Therapy 2017 Jan;29(1):39-46
clinical trial
7/10 [Eligibility criteria: Yes; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: No; Baseline comparability: Yes; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: No; Blind assessors: Yes; Adequate follow-up: Yes; Intention-to-treat analysis: Yes; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: Yes. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed*

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of combined exercise training on functional performance in participants with cerebral palsy. METHODS: Fifteen participants with spastic cerebral palsy were randomly allocated into either exercise or control groups. Participants in the exercise group participated in a combined strength and endurance training program for 70 minutes per day, 3 days per week, for 8 weeks, whereas those in the control group did not participate in an exercise program. Study participants in both groups continued with their regular physical therapy during the study. RESULTS: After the 8-week training, a 6-minute walk, 30-second sit-to-stand, 10-m walk, and Functional Reach Tests, participants in the exercise group had significant improvement over their baseline values and were significantly higher than those in the control group. CONCLUSIONS: Combined exercise training improved walking ability, functional lower limb strength, and balance in participants with cerebral palsy.
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