Physical Activity Level and Cognitive Functions in Children With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Although there are studies showing that the effect on motor performance over time in children with DMD is associated with a decrease in the level of physical activity, no publication has been found that directly examines the relationship between cognitive functions and physical activity level. Therefore, the aim of our study is to investigate the relationship between physical activity level and cognitive functions in children with DMD.

Inclusion Criteria:Children who diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), between the ages of 8-14, to have cognitive functions at a level to understand and apply test directives, Level 1-5 according to Brooke lower extremity functional classification will be included.Exclusion Criteria:Children who have any chronic or systemic disease in addition to DMD, being above level 5 according to the Brooke lower extremity functional classification, have a cooperation problem, have had any lower/upper extremity injury and/or surgery in the last 6 months and children who did not give consent will be excluded.