Virtual reality therapy for children with brachial plexus injury
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests if playing virtual reality games while doing dual tasks can help the brain rewire and improve arm function in children with a brachial plexus injury. It could offer a fun and engaging new approach to rehabilitation.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 7 and 14 years old
- Your child has a brachial plexus injury that hasn't been surgically repaired
- Your child hasn't had any surgery or Botox injections in the affected arm in the past year
- Your child hasn't been in regular physical therapy or rehab for the last 3 months
- Your child can move their shoulder, elbow, wrist, and fingers without stiffness
- Your child can have an MRI brain scan (no metal implants, no fear of small spaces)
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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