Play-based hand therapy for cerebral palsy children
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether playful hand and nerve exercises can improve grip strength and hand use in children with cerebral palsy. It may help children who have trouble with fine motor tasks.
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Who can take part
- Child has diplegic cerebral palsy (both legs affected more than arms)
- Age between 6 and 12 years
- Child is at GMFCS level III (walks with hand-held mobility device) or level IV (limited self-mobility, may use powered wheelchair)
- Child is at MACS level II (handles most objects with some reduced quality or speed) or level III (handles objects with difficulty, needs help to prepare or modify activities)
- No arm or hand injury in the past year
- Can follow simple instructions and does not have scoliosis (curved spine)
Quick eligibility check
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