Akwenda intervention programme for children and youth with cerebral palsy in a low-resource setting in sub-Saharan Africa: protocol for a quasi-randomised controlled study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common childhood-onset motor disorder accompanied by associated impairments, placing a heavy burden on families and health systems. Most children with CP live in low/middle-income countries with little access to rehabilitation services. This study will evaluate the Akwenda CP programme, a multidimensional intervention designed for low-resource settings and aiming at improving: (1) participation, motor function and daily activities for children with CP; (2) quality of life, stress and knowledge for caregivers; and (3) knowledge and attitudes towards children with CP in the communities.

Methods

This quasi-randomised controlled clinical study will recruit children and youth with CP aged 2-23 years in a rural area of Uganda. Children

SUBMITTER: Saloojee G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7942240 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature