Vibration and casting for kids with cerebral palsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether whole body vibration (standing on a gently shaking platform) plus leg casting can help children with cerebral palsy improve ankle flexibility and walking. It is for children who already need casting for tight ankles.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 3 and 17 years old and have cerebral palsy.
- They should be able to stand using their arms for balance or less support (GMFCS levels I, II, or III).
- Their doctor needs to refer them for a treatment called serial casting because their ankle can't bend up enough (less than 10 degrees).
- Your child cannot have had leg surgery or tendon lengthening in the last year, or any back surgery for spasticity.
- There should be no allergies to casting materials, no cancer history, and no reduced feeling in the foot or ankle.
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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