Virtual reality training for hand function in children with hemiplegia
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special virtual reality training that also involves attention tasks can improve hand function, attention, and daily living skills in children with hemiplegia (weakness on one side of the body). It may be a good fit for children who can walk and handle objects with some help.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child must be between 7 and 12 years old.
- Their muscle tightness (spasticity) should be mild to moderate (Grade 1 or 1+ on the Modified Ashworth Scale).
- They should be able to walk without major help (Level I or II on the Gross Motor Function Classification System).
- They must be able to handle objects with some difficulty but still manage daily tasks (Level II on the Manual Ability Classification System).
- They do not have severe vision, hearing, thinking, or learning problems.
- They have not had Botox injections in the arm or hand 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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