Combining treadmill training and whole-body vibration for children with cerebral palsy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of combining treadmill training (TT) with whole-body vibration (WBV) on children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). The research involves 20 children aged 6 to 17 who will undergo a series of treadmill sessions followed by WBV to assess changes in lower extremity spasticity and gait parameters. Measurements will be taken at multiple time points to evaluate the immediate effects of these interventions on gait characteristics. The goal is to determine if this combined approach can enhance rehabilitation outcomes for children with CP.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* a medical diagnosis of spastic CP
* a GMFCS level of I, II, or III
* age of 6-17 years at the time of data collection

Exclusion Criteria:

* history of musculoskeletal injury within the past 3 months
* history of Botox injections to the lower extremities within the past 3 months
* history of significant cardiac abnormalities and/or uncontrolled seizures
* any cognitive or behavioral issues that prevent the subject from safely following instructions while walking on the treadmill

Where it's running

• Georgia State University
  Atlanta, Georgia, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Jianhua Wu, PhD — Georgia State University
• Study coordinator: Jianhua Wu, PhD
• Email: jwu11@gsu.edu
• Phone: 404-413-8476

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.