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Descriptive characteristics of the participants at baseline.
| Variables | Intervention Group (n = 17) | Comparison Group (n = 20) |
|---|---|---|
| Gender (boys/girls) | 7/10 | 14/6 |
| Age (years) | 10.4 ± 2.3 | 10.0 ± 2.3 |
| Height (cm) | 141.3 ± 16.5 | 141.4 ± 12.8 |
| Body weight (kg) | 37.6 ± 13.3 | 39.9 ± 12.9 |
| BMI (kg/m2) | 17.8 ± 3.6 | 19.7 ± 4.7 |
| GMFCS I/II/III | 10/7/0 | 12/7/1 |
Values presented as mean ± SD; n: number of participants; BMI: Body Mass Index; GMFCS: Gross Motor Function Classification System.
