Therapy holds promise for boosting mobility in kids with down syndrome

NCT ID NCT07653399

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Istanbul Nisantasi University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a type of physical therapy called Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) can help preschool children with Down syndrome improve their balance, mobility, and walking ability. Twenty children aged 3 to 6 years will receive individualized NDT sessions twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in balance, walking capacity, and daily functional skills before and after the program.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) based on the Bobath concept
What this could lead to: If effective, this therapy could offer a structured way to improve balance and mobility in young children with Down syndrome, enhancing their daily independence.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. Improvements could be due to natural development or other factors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Down syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DOWN SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

Tek Metod Special Education and Rehabilitation Center

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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