A Novel Balance Training Program for Children With Developmental Coordination Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

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This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of a specific functional movement-power training (FMPT) program, a functional movement training (FMT) program and no training in the improvement of balance strategies, and neuromuscular performance in children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD). It was a randomized, single-blinded, parallel group controlled trial.

Methods

161 children with DCD (age: 6-10 years) were randomly assigned to the FMPT, FMT, or control groups. The 2 intervention groups received FMPT or FMT twice a week for 3 months. Measurements were taken before, after, and 3 months after the end of the intervention period. The primary outcomes were the composite score and strategy scores on the sensory organization test as measured by a computer

SUBMITTER: Fong SSM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4845861 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature