Hand dexterity therapy for children with cerebral palsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares two hand therapy techniques to see which one better improves hand coordination in children with cerebral palsy. The goal is to help children use their hands more easily in daily activities.
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Who can take part
- Child must be between 8 and 13 years old.
- Child can be a boy or girl.
- Child has moderate mental retardation and can follow simple instructions.
- Child must not have other muscle, bone, or nerve problems.
- Child must not have epilepsy or a heart condition present since birth.
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