Hand therapy for children with cerebral palsy
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares two hand and arm therapies for children with cerebral palsy: one that focuses on intensive use of the affected hand, and another that trains the unaffected side to build strength on both sides. It aims to see which approach better improves movement and daily function.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 4 and 10 years old
- Has cerebral palsy that mainly affects one side of the body
- Can move around with or without help (levels I, II, or III on the GMFCS scale)
- Can follow simple instructions from a therapist
- Has not had Botox injections in the last 3 months
- Seizures (if any) are well controlled by medication
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