Functional strength training for children with cerebral palsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a specific type of exercise called functional progressive resistive training can improve movement and strength in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. It might help your child gain better control and ability in daily activities.
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Who can take part
- Your child must have a diagnosis of spastic diplegic cerebral palsy.
- The muscle stiffness should be mild to moderate (level 1+ or 2 on the modified Ashworth scale).
- Children aged 6 to 10 years old are eligible.
- Your child's motor function should be classified as level II or III on the GMFCS scale.
- Your child must not have significant vision or hearing problems, and no severe intellectual disability.
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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