Bootle Blast trial for teens with cerebral palsy
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a video game designed to help children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy improve use of their affected hand. Kids play at home for 12 weeks and come to the clinic 3 times.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (one side more affected)
- Able to handle objects with some difficulty (MACS level I to III)
- Age 6 to 17 years old and can follow game instructions
- Speak English and can travel to one of three hospitals in Ontario
- Have a TV or large screen with about 3 meters by 3 meters of open space
- Can play 15–20 minutes a day, 3–4 days per week, for 12 weeks
Quick eligibility check
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