The Effects of Trunk Impairment on Fatigue and Balance

The Effects of Trunk Impairment on Fatigue and Balance in Children With CP

Fatigue is a common symptom associated with cerebral palsy (CP); it has been estimated that up to 40% of adolescents with CP experience fatigue that impacts their quality of life and daily activities. Although fatigue was stated as the primary symptom, a limited number of studies were found on secondary motor and nonmotor symptoms related to trunk control in children when the literature was examined.

Inclusion Criteria:

aged between 2-18 years old; (2) had a form of CP; (3) had the cognitive competence to participate to the all assessments.

Exclusion Criteria:

The sufferers who had an additional neurological or musculoskeletal disability, unstable medical conditions, any recent medical intervention (such as tendon lengthening surgery or botulinum toxin injection…) were excluded