Horseback riding helps kids with cerebral palsy gain better balance

NCT ID NCT06047756

First seen Nov 21, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tested whether hippotherapy (therapeutic horseback riding) or Swiss ball exercises better improve trunk control and balance in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. Fifty-two children aged 4 to 11 years participated. Researchers measured changes using the Gross Motor Function Measure, Trunk Control Measurement Scale, and Pediatric Balance Scale.

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Locations

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    Dīr, Khyberpakhtunkhuwa, 25000, Pakistan

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