Comparison of the Effectiveness of Two Corrective Exercise Methods (NASM) and Corrective Games on Genu Varum in Boys Aged 10-12

Abstract

Objective Genu varus malformation is one of the most common issues affecting children's fundamental motor skills. The aim of this research is to compare the effects of two methods—common corrective exercises and corrective games—on the knee braces of 10-12-year-old boys. Methods The research followed an experimental design with pre-test and post-test methodology. The study's statistical population comprised 10-12-year-old students in Tabriz city. Assessment of the target population's abnormalities was conducted using a flexible ruler (pre-test). The population was divided into three groups of 12 individuals each (control, corrective exercises, and corrective games). Corrective exercises and games were administered for four weeks and 3 days, while the control group remained inactive during this period. After implementing the corrective interventions, the braced knees were re-evaluated (post-test). To test the research hypotheses, analysis of covariance statistical tests and Bonferroni post hoc tests were utilized for comparing the results at a significance level of (P<0.05). Results A significant difference was observed between the groups undergoing common corrective exercises and corrective games (P=0.004). Similarly, a significant difference was found between the corrective games group and the control group (P=0.000). However, no significant difference was noted between the group undergoing common corrective exercises and the control group. Conclusion Functional corrective exercises and corrective games are recommended as integral components of motor rehabilitation programs to ameliorate knee brace deformities in boys.

Keywords

• corrective exercises
• corrective games
• genu varum