Muscle Spasticity Reduction in Children With Cerebral Palsy by Means of Hippotherapy

Muscle Spasticity Reduction in Children With Cerebral Palsy by Means of Hippotherapy: a Randomized Controlled Trial

The aim of this study is to evaluate if a intervention with hippotherapy will improve spasticity for children ages 3-14 who have cerebral palsy. The hip aductors spasticity will be measured using the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS). The intervention will be performed in addition to traditional treatment.

The main aim of the present study is to determine the effects of hippotherapy on the hip aductors spasticity in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Furthermore, as a secondary objective is to evaluate the changes in Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) after intervention in children ages 3-14.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Primor diagnosis of spastic cerebral palsy
• Children aged 3-14

Exclusion Criteria:

• Children with recent injection of botulinium toxin, surgery, or any planned medical or surgical interventions.