Unilateral Versus Bilateral Lower-Limb Plyometric Training in Children With Cerebral Palsy

This study was set out to compare the effect of paretic-limb-only plyometric training versus double-limb training on balance capability and gait symmetry in adolescents with unilateral cerebral palsy (U-CP). Sixty-nine children with U-CP were randomly allocated to the paretic-limb-only plyometric training group (n = 23; performed plyometric movements/exercises unilaterally using the paretic leg only), the double-limb plyometric training group (n = 23; performed plyometric movements/exercises bilaterally through both lower legs), or the Control group (n =23, received standard rehabilitation plus SSC exercises). All groups were assessed for gait-symmetry and balance capability pre and post-treatment.