Expiratory Muscle Training in Children With Cerebral Palsy

This study aims to examine the effects of expiratory muscle training on posture, trunk control, balance, selective motor control, and respiratory function in children with spastic-type cerebral palsy (CP). The research focuses on evaluating an innovative rehabilitation approach that addresses common challenges observed in children with CP, such as trunk instability, reduced respiratory capacity, and postural abnormalities. In individuals with CP, the ineffective use of respiratory muscles affects not only the respiratory system but also trunk control and overall motor performance. While most existing studies emphasize inspiratory muscle training, research on expiratory muscle training remains limited. Therefore, this study seeks to fill this gap by investigating the neuromotor effects of expiratory muscle training-an emerging component of respiratory rehabilitation-in children with CP.