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Vojta Approach Affects Neck Stability and Static Balance in Sitting Position of Children With Hypotonia

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Journal Int Neurourol J
Date 2021 Nov 30
PMID 34844391
Citations 5
Authors
Sun-Young Ha
Yun-Hee Sung
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Abstract

Purpose: In this study, the effect of the Vojta approach on neck stability and static balance in children with hypotonia was studied.

Methods: Seventeen children with hypotonia were randomly divided into the Vojta approach group (n=9) and the general physical therapy group (n=8). Each group was applied intervention for 30 minutes per session, 3 times a week, for a total of 4 weeks. Ultrasonography was used to measure deep neck flexor muscle thickness, craniovertebral angle (CVA) to measure neck alignment along the spine segment, and Balancia software program to measure static balance.

Results: In the Vojta approach group, the deep neck flexor muscle thickness was significantly increased (P<0.05), and the CVA was significantly improved (P<0.05). In addition, path area among static balance was significantly improved (P<0.05).

Conclusion: The Vojta approach can be suggested as an effective intervention method for improving neck stability and static balance in children with hypotonia.

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