Effects of trampoline training on lower-limb strength and balance in children and adolescents with special needs: a multilevel systematic review and meta-analysis - Report - MDSpire
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Effects of trampoline training on lower-limb strength and balance in children and adolescents with special needs: a multilevel systematic review and meta-analysis
Clinical Report: Impact of Trampoline Training on Lower Limb Strength and Balance
Overview
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the effects of trampoline training on lower limb strength and balance in children and adolescents with special needs. The findings indicate significant improvements in static balance, while the effects on dynamic balance and lower-limb strength remain uncertain.
Background
Children and adolescents with special needs often face challenges in physical and motor development, impacting their daily activities and quality of life. Enhancing lower-limb strength and balance is crucial for improving their independence and reducing fall risk. Trampoline training has emerged as a potential intervention to address these deficits, warranting systematic evaluation.
Data Highlights
Outcome
Standardized Mean Difference (SMD)
95% Confidence Interval (CI)
p-value
GRADE
Static Balance
1.47
[0.66, 2.28]
< 0.001
Moderate
Dynamic Balance
0.72
[0.06, 1.37]
0.032
Low
Lower-Limb Strength
0.43
[-0.12, 0.97]
0.125
Very Low
Key Findings
Trampoline training significantly improves static balance in children with special needs.
Dynamic balance improvements are less stable and require further investigation.
Lower-limb strength did not show statistically significant improvement.
Longer intervention durations and moderate training frequencies correlate with better balance outcomes.
Studies primarily involving children with neurodevelopmental disorders showed greater benefits.
Clinical Implications
Healthcare professionals should consider trampoline training as a viable intervention for enhancing static balance in children and adolescents with special needs. However, caution is advised regarding expectations for improvements in lower-limb strength and dynamic balance, necessitating individualized treatment plans.
Conclusion
Trampoline training offers promising benefits for static balance in children with special needs, though further research is needed to clarify its effects on dynamic balance and strength. Tailored interventions are essential to maximize outcomes for this population.
