Physical Therapy
Treatment for Down syndrome
Typical Dosage: 1-2 sessions/week (30-60 min/session)
Effectiveness
70%
Safety Score
95%
Clinical Trials
55
Participants
15K
Comparative Safety Scale(Higher is safer)
Cyanide☠️
Meth💀
Cigarettes🚬
Chemo☢️
Alcohol🍺
Morphine💊
Antibiotics💉
Tylenol💊
Exercise🏃
Water💧
95
DangerousModerateSafe
Treatment Details
Dosage Range
1-2 sessions/week (30-60 min/session)
Time to Effect
3-6 months
Treatment Duration
long-term (varying intensity)
Evidence Quality
MODERATEConfidence Score
80%confidence in effectiveness data
Health Economics
Annual Cost of Care
Drug Cost:$0
Monitoring:$500
Side Effect Mgmt:$0
Total Annual:$500
Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
Cost-Effectiveness Rating
GOODQALYs Gained
0.4
Outcome-Based Costs
Cost per Responder
$6,153.85
Physical Therapy Outcomes
for Down syndrome
Efficacy Outcomes
Overall Effectiveness
+70%
Response Rate
+65%
Common Side Effects
Muscle soreness
+5%
Fatigue
+4%
WARNING: LIMITED TRIALS AVAILABLE
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Active Clinical Trials
6 active trials recruiting for Physical Therapy in Down syndrome
Rebound Therapy on Ventilatory Functions in Down Syndrome
NCT07425353NOT YET RECRUITINGNA
40 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Started: Feb 22, 2026
Suspension Therapy Effects on Mobility and Balance in Down Syndrome
NCT06748248RECRUITINGNA
26 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Lahore, Pakistan +1 more
Started: Sep 24, 2024
Effects of (tDCS) Combined With Virtual Reality Versus CPT on Brain, Cognitive, and GMS in Children With DS.
NCT07385066ACTIVE NOT RECRUITINGNA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Lahore, Pakistan
Started: Apr 17, 2025
Nordic Walk on Balance and Functional Strength in Children With Down Syndrome
NCT06943508RECRUITINGNA
32 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Lahore, Pakistan
Started: Apr 15, 2025
The Effects Of "Minds In Motion The Maze" on Balance and Gate In Children With Down Syndrome
NCT06955052RECRUITINGNA
20 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Lahore, Pakistan
Started: Apr 17, 2025
Effects of Task-oriented Training on Visual-motor Integration and Upper Limb Function in Children With Down Syndrome
NCT06943261NOT YET RECRUITINGNA
28 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Started: Apr 15, 2025
Completed Clinical Trials
12 completed trials for Physical Therapy in Down syndrome
Effect of Whole Body Vibration on Down Syndrome
NCT06838754COMPLETEDNA
16 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Lahore, Pakistan
Started: Oct 28, 2024
Effects of Stretch-shortening Cycle Exercises Postural Control in Down Syndrome
NCT04966403COMPLETEDNA
32 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia
Started: Dec 1, 2018
Effect of Aerobic Training on Sleep Problems and Pulmonary Functions in Children With Down Syndrome
NCT05861141COMPLETEDNA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Cairo, Egypt
Started: Aug 1, 2023
Effect of the Sensory Integration Approach on Balance and Motor Coordination in Children With Down Syndrome
NCT05583565COMPLETEDNA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Giza, Egypt
Started: May 14, 2021
Effects of Bin Therapy on Finger Gnosia And Fine Motor Skill
NCT06576206COMPLETEDNA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Lahore, Pakistan
Started: May 14, 2024
Effect Of Brain Gym Exercises On Postural Stability In Children With Down Syndrome
NCT05769556COMPLETEDNA
32 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Kafr ash Shaykh, Egypt
Started: May 1, 2023
Effects of Orofacial Therapy and Therapeutic Yoga in Children With Down Syndrome
NCT06352151COMPLETEDNA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Gaziantep, Turkey (Türkiye)
Started: Oct 1, 2023
Effects of Cuevas Medek Exercises on Trunk Control and Balance in Children With Down Syndrome
NCT06461858COMPLETEDNA
32 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Started: Aug 10, 2024
TheraTogs Versus Reciprocal Electrical Stimulation on Children With Diplegic Cerebral Palsy: a Randomized Controlled Trial
NCT05702632COMPLETEDNA
15 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Giza, Egypt
Started: Jul 15, 2022
Parent Supported Weight Reduction in Down Syndrome
NCT01256112COMPLETEDNA
21 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Waltham, United States
Started: Sep 1, 2006
Effect Of Pilates On Postural Control And Balance In Children With Down's Syndrome
NCT05969873COMPLETEDNA
22 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Lahore, Pakistan
Started: Jul 16, 2023
Investigating Trunk Control in Young Children With Down Syndrome
NCT03544840COMPLETEDNA
18 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
Austin, United States
Started: Jul 1, 2018
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