Electrical Stimulation for Breathing in Cerebral Palsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the diaphragm (the muscle that helps you breathe) can improve lung function in children with cerebral palsy who have significant mobility limitations. The goal is to see if this non-invasive treatment can help strengthen breathing and improve quality of life.
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Who can take part
- Your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy and has limited ability to walk or move (GMFCS Level IV or V)
- Your child is between 5 and 18 years old
- Your child's medical condition is stable (not in crisis or acutely ill)
- Your child does not have a tracheostomy (breathing tube in the neck)
- Your child does not use a CPAP or BiPAP machine at home for breathing support
- Your child does not require continuous oxygen therapy at home
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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