Effects of High Intensity Interval Training in Down Syndrome

Sponsor
Riphah International University
Study ID
NCT06777394
Status
Recruiting
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Conditions

  • Down Syndrome

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
3 Years - 14 Years
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Interventions

  • High intensity interval training — OTHER
    The HIIT program begins with a warm-up, followed by high-intensity repetitions separated by moderate-intensity recovery intervals. High-intensity exercises are performed near maximum effort, while moderate-intensity periods are maintained at 50% effort. HIIT exercises, involving low-skill movements in short bursts, enhance blood sugar regulation and fat-burning capacity. The HIIT protocol has four phases: Warm-Up: 10 minutes, gradually increasing to about 60% of maximum heart rate. Intervals: 4 minutes at 85-95% maximum heart rate. Relief/Recovery: 3 minutes at 60% maximum heart rate, repeated four times. Cool Down: 5 minutes, bringing the heart rate down to around 50% of maximum. Three key components determine the success of HIIT: intensity, duration, and recovery period. Exercises include dumbbell and kettlebell exercises, push-ups, squats, jump training, and stationary cycling
  • Routine treatmet — OTHER
    outine physical therapy includes stretching exercises, exercises to maintain a normal range of motion, and low-intensity and aerobic exercises for the patients. Low-Intensity Exercise: The effects of low-intensity exercise become noticeable after about 20 minutes, providing a metabolic boost during the activity. Generally, a longer exercise duration further enhances metabolism.

Study Details

Down Syndrome (DS), a genetic condition marked by the presence of an extra chromosome 21, is associated with various cognitive and physical challenges. Children with DS often experience motor development issues, including reduced endurance and decreased trunk stability, which underscores the need for targeted interventions. Common impairments in individuals with DS include hypotonia, ligament laxity, reduced muscle strength, limited muscle co-contraction, poor postural control, and impaired proprioception. This study is driven by a lack of research on the effects of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) in this population, despite its documented benefits in enhancing cardiovascular fitness across other groups. Existing literature supports the benefits of exercise interventions for people with DS, but the application and advantages of HIIT-particularly concerning endurance and trunk stability-are underexplored.

Key Dates

First listed
Jan 15, 2025
Start date
Oct 27, 2024
Status verified
Jan 2025
Primary completion
Jan 15, 2025
Completion
Jan 15, 2025

Study Design

Enrollment
30 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT

Arms

  • Experimental: Experimental group
    task oriented training, group A perform high intensity interval training in addition to routine physical therapy routine exercise giving short burst of intense work for 15 second to 4 mins
  • Other: control group
    Routine treatment , streching and normal range of motion exercise should be taught to the patients. low intensity and aerobic exercise perform

Primary Outcome Measure

Four square balance test [ Time Frame: 6 weeks ]

Central Contacts

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