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NCT number NCT05299827
Other study ID # IUC-001
Secondary ID
Status Completed
Phase
First received
Last updated
Start date March 4, 2021
Est. completion date September 30, 2021

Study information

Verified date March 2022
Source Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa
Contact n/a
Is FDA regulated No
Health authority
Study type Observational [Patient Registry]

Clinical Trial Summary

This study aimed to examine trunk and lower extremity biomechanics among children with lower urinary tract dysfunction (LUTD). It was targeted to pioneer including biomechanical changes into treatment if detected in the trunk and lower extremities of children. Voluntary participants meeting inclusion criteria were divided into two groups: the LUTD group (n=43) and the healthy group (n=43). No treatment was applied to participants and the same evaluation methods were used in both groups. Trunk muscle strength, muscle endurance, posture, flexibility, and pelvic floor muscle activity of participants was evaluated with stabilizer pressurized biofeedback unit, sit-ups and modified push-ups test; trunk flexors endurance test and Modified Biering Sorensen Test; Posture Screen Mobile And Foot Posture Index; sit-reach-test and Beighton Score; and NeuroTrac-Myoplus4Pro, respectively. In addition, the quality of life of participants was evaluated with Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL).


Description:

A detailed evaluation is of great importance in the correct diagnosis and treatment of patients with LUTD. In order for a holistic evaluation to show the right path, history taking and physical examination are the most important steps of the evaluation. In addition, it is recommended by ICCS to observe and question the conditions that may cause urgency, holding maneuvers and behavioral structure of the patient. In current clinical practice, changes in posture and balance have been noticed during physiotherapy assessments in children and adolescents with incontinence. In addition, we think that it is possible to disrupt the trunk and lower extremity alignments, which are frequently performed by children with incontinence. These changes may be an important part of the physical and developmental disturbances in children with incontinence. The pelvis and lower extremity consist of interconnected closed chain structures. The movement of any link in the chain depends on the movement and positions of the other links. Therefore, disruption of the alignment of one of the links forming and affecting the chain may cause a change in the mobility and stability of all mechanically related structures, and may also affect the optimal force and activation that the pelvic floor muscles can produce. Our study hypothesizes that the movement of any link in the closed chain of the body and the disruption of one of the links forming this chain cause a change in the mobility, stability and balance of all structures that are mechanically connected, this change will closely affect the activation of the pelvic floor muscles, as well as the children in this group. It was stated that the trunk and lower extremity alignment might have been impaired due to the holding maneuvers that he frequently performed. Our study, it was aimed to examine the trunk and lower extremity biomechanics in children with LUTD. In addition, if biomechanical changes are detected in the trunk and lower extremities of children and adolescents with incontinence, our study will lead to the necessity of including these changes in the treatment.


Recruitment information / eligibility

Status Completed
Enrollment 86
Est. completion date September 30, 2021
Est. primary completion date August 31, 2021
Accepts healthy volunteers Accepts Healthy Volunteers
Gender All
Age group 5 Years to 18 Years
Eligibility Inclusion Criteria: Inclusion criteria of the study group (individuals diagnosed with LUTD): - The cases are between the ages of 5-17 - Having recently been diagnosed with LUTD by a pediatric urologist according to the criteria set by the ICCS - Not having a diagnosis of enuresis (bedwetting at night) according to the criteria set by ICCS - Have not received pelvic floor physiotherapy in the last 6 months Inclusion criteria of the control group (Healthy individuals): - To be between the ages of 5-17 - Healthy children without LUTD diagnosis and complaints Exclusion Criteria: - Having been diagnosed with primary nocturnal enuresis - Having been diagnosed with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction - Existence of any condition (cognitive impairment, mental retardation, etc.) that will prevent the parent and child from answering the questions and completing the self-report scales - Having an orthopedic disease that would prevent evaluation or undergoing surgery that would affect trunk and lower extremity biomechanics - Presence of anatomical changes and malformations in the urinary system

Study Design


Intervention

Other:
The same evaluation methods were used for both groups.
No treatment applied to participants and same evaluation methods used in both groups. Trunk muscle strength, muscle endurance, posture, flexibility and pelvic floor muscle activity of participants was evaluated with stabilizer pressurized biofeedback unit, sit-ups and modified push-ups test; trunk flexors endurance test and Modified Biering Sorensen Test; Posture Screen Mobile And Foot Posture Index; sit-reach-test and Beighton Score; and NeuroTrac-Myoplus4Pro,

Locations

Country Name City State
Turkey Tugtepe Pediatric Urology Center Istanbul

Sponsors (2)

Lead Sponsor Collaborator
Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Tugtepe Pediatric Urology Clinic

Country where clinical trial is conducted

Turkey, 

Outcome

Type Measure Description Time frame Safety issue
Primary Evaluation of Deep Trunk Muscle Strength The measurement of the contraction force of the transversus abdominis from the deep trunk muscles was performed with the Stabilizer Pressure Biofeedback Unit (Chattanooga Stabilizer, USA).Participants were placed in the prone position on a triple inflated object attached to a manometer. Participants were instructed to lie down with the knees straight, spine straight, and head in a comfortable position by placing the inflated object in the lower part of the abdominal region with its long lower edge parallel to the crista iliacas. After the pressure of the manometer was adjusted to 70 mmHg, the participants were asked to slowly contract the transversus abdominis muscle with the abdominal corset technique and maintain this contraction for 5 seconds without holding their breath. Three measurements were recorded and averaged. Baseline
Primary Sit-ups Test With the knees in the flexed position and the feet stabilized, the participants were asked to flex the trunk. During the evaluation, it was recorded how many times the participants were able to perform the movement for 30 seconds. Baseline
Primary Modified Push-ups Test The subjects were positioned prone, knees on the floor, legs flexed, trunk on the floor, elbows flexed, and trunk on the side. From this position, they were asked to raise the head, shoulders and trunk from the ground with the elbows fully extended. During the evaluation, it was recorded how many times the participants were able to do it for 30 seconds. Baseline
Primary Trunk Flexors Endurance Test The participants took positions with the trunk flexed to 60º, knees and hips to 90º flexion. The test was terminated as soon as 60° of trunk flexion was impaired. The time that the participant held this position was recorded in seconds. Baseline
Primary Modified "Biering-Sorensen" Test With this test, the endurance of trunk extensors was evaluated. Participants were positioned in the prone position with the pelvis, hips and knees in full contact with the treatment bed. The participants' pelvis was supported with a belt and fixed by the physiotherapist. The participants were asked to extend their upper body straight forward from the edge of the table, extend it and stay in this position. The time he was able to hold this position properly was recorded in seconds. Baseline
Primary Posture Assessment The postures of the participants were evaluated with the ''Posture Screen Mobile Application''. Front and side photos of the participants were taken with an iOS software phone positioned on a tripod. On the software, the original points determined in the application were marked using the touch screen. According to the reference points, the postural disorder values and the degree of the disorder were calculated for each patient in "cm" via the software and reported. Angular values were expressed as "degrees" (°), and distance and offset distances were expressed as "cm". The photographs taken for analysis were digitized using the "Posture Screen" mobile application and the analysis was done through the application. Baseline
Primary Foot Posture Index (FPI-6) For posture analysis of the foot, evaluation was made while the participant was standing and in a relaxed position. Within the scope of FPI-6, bulging in the talonavicular joint area, the structure of the medial longitudinal arch and abduction or adduction of the forefoot with respect to the hindfoot, palpation of the talus head, inclination above and below the lateral malleolus, pronation/supination position of the calcaneus were evaluated. 0 points for neutral foot, positive points for pronation. , a negative score indicates supination. Total scores for left and right feet were recorded separately. Baseline
Primary Sit and Reach Test In order to determine flexibility, the participants were asked to sit on the floor, stretch their legs and rest their soles on a 32 cm high and 35 cm long coffee table without shoes. They were asked to reach forward as far as they could on the coffee table without bending their waist, hips and knees. Participants lie down with their right knee bent, left knee bent, and both knees fully lying on the floor. The distance between the fingers of the distal tip of the middle finger of the hand and the tip of the test table was measured and recorded as cm. Baseline
Primary Beighton Score It is evaluated out of nine points. It is generally accepted that a score of four or more out of nine points indicates hypermobility. In our study, the first four items were evaluated symmetrically in all extremities, as suggested in the scale. Evaluations were made by the participants separately for the movements for the right and left extremities, and 1 point will be given separately for each movement that can be performed on the right-left side. The fifth item includes the whole body. It is the palm touching the ground while standing and knees extended. When this desired movement was performed, it was evaluated as 1 point. Baseline
Secondary Dysfunctional Voiding and Incontinence Scoring System Dysfunctional Voiding and Incontinence Scoring System (DVISS) is a 13-item questionnaire. Parents are the target audience. DVISS scores are based on the estimated odds ratio for each question between cases and controls. For example, 1 point is awarded if the odds ratio value is between 2 and 10, and 5 points if it is greater than 50. The total score can range from 0 to 35. A cut-off value of 8.5 shows 90% specificity and sensitivity in detecting BBD. Baseline
Secondary Childhood Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction Questionnaire (CBDDQ) The CBBDQ is a parent-filled questionnaire to assess and quantify symptoms of bladder and bowel dysfunction in pediatric patients. The questionnaire is for children aged 5-12 years who have problems with voiding and defecation. Turkish validity and reliability were determined by Aydin et al. Made by in 2020. The Turkish version of the questionnaire consists of 18 questions. The most important features of the questionnaire are that it is short, can be filled in about 5-10 minutes, and is easy to administer and score. Parents were asked to indicate the presence of symptoms in the last month using a five-point Likert scale by ticking the box 0-4. "0" means "no symptoms", "4" means "symptoms occur almost daily. Symptoms worsen as the total score increases. Baseline
Secondary Pelvic Floor Muscle Activation Measurement The pelvic floor physiotherapist positions the participant in the butterfly position with support under the legs while lying on their back. Before EMG evaluation, all participants are taught to perform isolated contraction and relaxation of the pelvic floor muscles without the use of accessory muscles by anus palpation. Two superficial electrodes (30 mm diameter (VS30)) are then placed bilaterally adjacent to the mucocutaneous line of the anus at 2 and 7 o'clock to prevent cross-talking (electrodes interference and artifact formation). The reference surface electrode is placed on the inside of the right thigh.
After proper placement of the electrodes, pelvic floor muscle activity will be measured with the NeuroTrac Myoplus4 Pro device.
Baseline
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