Physical therapy with horses for kids with neuromuscular disease
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether physical therapy sessions involving horseback riding can improve arm and hand function in children with neuromuscular disease. It may help kids who can follow simple directions and are comfortable around horses.
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Who can take part
- You are between 6 and 17 years old
- You have a neuromuscular disease that affects your arms or hands
- You can follow simple instructions in English
- You can sit on a horse for 30 minutes without a break
- You are not afraid of horses and have no strong dislike toward them
- You weigh less than 200 pounds
- You have not done horseback riding therapy in the past 3 months
- You can hold your head up on your own
- Your parent or guardian can speak and read English
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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