Breathing exercises for children with cerebral palsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether special breathing exercises can help children with cerebral palsy. The exercises are designed to strengthen the muscles used for breathing and may improve their overall health.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 4 and 12 years old.
- Your child must have a type of cerebral palsy called spastic diplegia or spastic hemiplegia.
- Your child must be able to walk, even if they use a walker or need help with stairs (GMFCS levels 1-3).
- Your child must be able to follow instructions and cooperate during the exercises.
- Your child should not have serious breathing problems, active seizures, severe scoliosis (curved spine), or major vision or hearing problems.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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