How cognitive tasks affect balance in children with cerebral palsy
The Impact of Cognitive-Motor Interference on Balance Control in Children with Cerebral Palsy
This study looks at how doing thinking tasks while trying to keep your balance affects kids with cerebral palsy, helping us find better ways to keep them safe and mobile in everyday situations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11075763 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how cognitive-motor interference impacts balance control in children with cerebral palsy (CP). It focuses on how performing cognitive tasks while trying to maintain balance can lead to increased risk of falls. The study will assess children's ability to navigate obstacles while simultaneously engaging in cognitive tasks, reflecting real-life situations. By understanding these dynamics, the research aims to improve interventions that enhance mobility and safety for children with CP.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have cerebral palsy or are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better strategies for preventing falls and improving mobility in children with cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have explored cognitive-motor tasks in balance control, but this research aims to address gaps by focusing on more functional balance challenges in children with CP.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- University of Illinois at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rubsam, Meaghan — University of Illinois at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Rubsam, Meaghan
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.