Supervised Fitness Program for Adults With Cerebral Palsy
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The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness of 2 community intervention approaches to maintain community mobility and walking speed in adults with cerebral palsy who have previously completed an 8 week course of physical therapy.
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The proposed study will address the lifelong need for fitness in adults with cerebral palsy compared to individuals provided with a home exercise program at the end of their individualized physical therapy, individuals in the fitness group will...
Primary Hypothesis:
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Have higher Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory Computer Adapted Test (PEDICAT) scores at the +12 weeks post intervention visit
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Increase their PEDICAT scores across the study period, while the home fitness group will decrease performance on the PEDICAT.
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Complete the Timed Up and Go (TUG) more quickly at +12 weeks post intervention
Secondary Hypothesis (study not powered for these variables):
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Walk further on the Six Minute Walk Test (6MWT) at the +12 weeks post intervention visit
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Inclusion criteria
- Adults with cerebral palsy Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) level I, II, or III
- Completion of episode of physical therapy provided by the Developmental Disabilities program at Sheltering Arms within the one month prior to the baseline assessment
- Lives within the community in their own home or group housing
Exclusion criteria
- GMFCS level IV or V
- Unable to follow two-step directions
- Adults who have a medical or legal power of attorney who sign their health authorization
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18 participants in 2 patient groups
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