Effects of Rhythmic Balance Auditory Vision Training And Strength Training With Autism Spectrum Disorder.

NCT06308315 | Completed DMC

• 1 other identifier: REC/RCR&AHS/23/0297
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 64
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Autism, a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that is marked by limited interests, and challenges in communication and social interactions and problem includes difficulties in understanding and responding to social cues, repetitive behaviors, intense focus on specific interests, and challenges with verbal and nonverbal communication. Rhythmic Balance Auditory Vision Training (RBAVT) a therapeutic approach which helps in improving coordination and balance in individuals with various neurological conditions. Strength training enhance physical health and muscle development. Thus, the purpose of this study is to compare the effects of rhythmic balance auditory vision training and strength training on motor function and cognition in children with autism spectrum disorder.

Conditions

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Keywords

Autism; Cognition; Motor function; Strength training

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency (BOT-2)

  The Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency (BOT-2) is a widely used assessment tool to measure fine and gross motor skills in individuals aged 4 to 20. It evaluates various aspects of motor proficiency, including running speed, balance, coordination, and fine motor control. The test helps identify motor skill strengths and weaknesses to aid in intervention and treatment planning. The BOTMP test is a valid assessment tool with 8 subscales (53 sections) for evaluating motor functions. The shortened version has 8 subscales (14 sections), assessing gross motor skills (4 subscales), fine motor skills (3 subscales), and a subscale evaluating both. Its test-retest reliability stands at 87%.

  12th week

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Wisconsin Card Sorting Test (WCST)

  12th week

Study Arms (2)

Group A (Rhythmic Training+ Routine Physical therapy)

EXPERIMENTAL

Rhythmic balance auditory vision training will be given thrice a week for 8 weeks. it is a 45 minute training program that consist of: 1. 5 minute warm up activities (arm swings). 2. Bal-A-Vis-X training thrice a week for 20 minutes. 3. 5-minute cool down activities. Routine Physical therapy treatment for 15 minutes

Other: Rhythmic balance visual auditory exercise + Routine physical therapy

Group B (Strength Training+ Routine Physical Therapy)

EXPERIMENTAL

Strength training Program will be performed thrice a week for 8 weeks. session of 45 minute will be given to the patient. The expert managed sessions based on: 10-min warm-up activities, 25-min basic exercise 10- min cool-down activities.

Other: Strength Training + Routine Physical Therapy

Interventions

Rhythmic balance visual auditory exercise + Routine physical therapy OTHER

5 minute warm-up activities. Bal-A-Vis-X training includes: 1. Ball Rectangle; A and B hold one ball in each hand, simultaneously bounce right balls to patient left hand; while balls bounce, clap left balls on right hand; catch patient ball with left hand; continue pattern. Bounces must be simultaneous. (10 minutes) 2. Ball rectangle in which one hand has to toss a ball to a partner and the other hand catch an incoming bag from the partner and 2 ball drop/pass/catch, two-foot jumping forward, tandem walking on ground. (10 minutes) Routine Physical therapy treatment includes: Range of Motion exercises, Stretching, Strength, balance training for 15 minutes 5 minute cool-down activities.

Group A (Rhythmic Training+ Routine Physical therapy)

Strength Training + Routine Physical Therapy OTHER

The expert managed sessions based on: 5 minute warm-up activities. 5 minute cool-down activities. Strength training includes 5 tasks for 20 minutes 1. core strengthening, 2. upper and lower limbs strength in both static positions as well as with dynamic movements 3. standing long jump, 4. knee push-ups, 5. sit-ups Routine Physical therapy treatment will be given for 15 minutes. It includes: Range of Motion exercises, Stretching, Strength, balance training.

Group B (Strength Training+ Routine Physical Therapy)

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 6 Years - 12 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Child (0-17)

You may qualify if:

• Age range between 6 and 12 years.
• Rating Scale (CARS) with scores ranging from 30 to 36.
• Confirmation of the diagnosis of autism by a psychiatrist based on Diagnostic and Statistical manual of Mental Disorders.
• Physical and cognitive ability

You may not qualify if:

• Children with history of auditory, visual, or respiratory deficits, or fixed deformities of the extremities.
• Medical contraindications such as orthopedic or acute conditions that hinder participation in the exercise program.
• History of psychotropic medication within the last 4 weeks.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Riphah International University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Riphah International University

Lahore, Punjab Province, 54660, Pakistan

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Autism Spectrum Disorder; Autistic Disorder

Interventions

Resistance Training

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Child Development Disorders, Pervasive; Neurodevelopmental Disorders; Mental Disorders

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Exercise Therapy; Rehabilitation; Aftercare; Continuity of Patient Care; Patient Care; Therapeutics; Physical Therapy Modalities; Physical Conditioning, Human; Exercise; Motor Activity; Movement; Musculoskeletal Physiological Phenomena; Musculoskeletal and Neural Physiological Phenomena

Study Officials

• Muhammad Kashif, PhD-PT

  Riphah International University

  STUDY CHAIR

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
• Masking Details: The study would be single blinded as assessor of the study would be kept blind of the treatment groups to which patient would be allocated.
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: SPONSOR

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: March 4, 2024
• First Posted: March 13, 2024
• Study Start: February 25, 2024
• Primary Completion: September 30, 2024
• Study Completion: September 30, 2024
• Last Updated: October 15, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-10

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

PA (1)