Walking training for kids with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests if exercises that focus on carrying weight and practicing daily tasks can help children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy walk better and move more easily in everyday life.
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Who can take part
- Your child is diagnosed with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- Your child is between 6 and 12 years old
- Your child can stand, even if they need some help or a walking aid
- Your child's walking ability is at Level I, II, or III on the GMFCS scale
- Your child does not have other major health problems or severe trouble with learning or talking
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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