Effectiveness Of Pelvic Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation On Balance And Gait Parameters In A Child With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: A Case Report

Abstract

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a progressive neuromuscular disorder that impairs balance and gait, eventually leading to loss of ambulation. This case report explores the effects of pelvic proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) techniques on a child with DMD. An 8-year-old male received a four-week physiotherapy regimen consisting of conventional therapy followed by pelvic PNF. Clinically significant improvements were noted in stride length, step length, cadence, and Paediatric Balance Scale (PBS) scores after PNF treatment, exceeding the gains from conventional therapy alone. These findings suggest that pelvic PNF may enhance postural control and functional mobility in children with DMD and should be explored further.