Balance training to help children with cerebral palsy move better
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether special balance and movement exercises can help children with spastic diplegia (a type of cerebral palsy affecting the legs) improve their posture and how much energy they use when moving. The therapy focuses on retraining the body's balance system.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 8 and 12 years old
- Diagnosed with spastic diplegia (stiffness mainly in the legs) that is mild to moderate
- Can walk with minimal to no assistance (GMFCS levels I or II)
- Able to understand and follow instructions during therapy
- No major surgery on bones, tendons, or muscles in the last 6 months
- No recent Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for muscle stiffness in the last 6 months
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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