Measuring lung function in children with cerebral palsy using a non-invasive sensor
Non-Invasive Measurement of Pulmonary Dysfunction in Children with Cerebral Palsy
This study is testing a new, easy-to-use breathing sensor called pneuRIP that helps doctors check how well children with high-level cerebral palsy are breathing, without needing them to do anything tricky, so they can get better care for their lungs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Wilmington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10828860 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new non-invasive breathing sensor called pneuRIP, designed to measure pulmonary function in children with high-level cerebral palsy. Unlike traditional methods like spirometry, which can be difficult for these children to use, the pneuRIP sensor passively collects data without requiring active participation. It uses inductive bands placed around the chest and abdomen to monitor breathing patterns and provides real-time feedback on respiratory function. The goal is to improve diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary issues, potentially reducing the risk of respiratory illnesses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children with high-level cerebral palsy who may struggle with traditional pulmonary function tests.
Not a fit: Patients with mild cerebral palsy or those without significant pulmonary dysfunction may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better monitoring and management of lung function in children with cerebral palsy, improving their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using non-invasive methods for measuring pulmonary function, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Wilmington, United States
- Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware — Wilmington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rahman, Tariq — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware
- Study coordinator: Rahman, Tariq
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.