Comparing two therapies for children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy
Effects of Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy Versus Virtual Reality Training in Children With Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
This study is testing whether a hands-on therapy or virtual reality training can help improve movement in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06846190 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (mCIMT) versus virtual reality training in improving motor function in children aged 5 to 16 with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either mCIMT, which involves immobilizing the unaffected hand and intensive practice with the affected hand, or virtual reality training combined with hot packs. The intervention will last for four weeks, with sessions occurring three times a week. The goal is to enhance daily activities and school participation by improving upper limb function.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 5 to 16 diagnosed with spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy who meet specific motor function criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with health issues unrelated to cerebral palsy or those who have had recent orthopedic surgery on the affected limb may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve motor function and daily living activities for children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using similar therapeutic approaches, but this specific comparison of mCIMT and virtual reality training is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age range between 5 to 16 years of age. * Medical diagnosis of spastic hemiparetic CP. * At least 20◦wrist and 10◦ active finger extension from full flexion. * More movement deficits in 1 upper extremity (less than 2.5 on the Amount of Use scale (AOU) on the Pediatric Motor Activity Log (PMAL)). * Muscle tone less than 3 on the Modified Ashworth Scale. * Normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing. * Classified level I, II, or III of the Manual Ability Classification System ( MACS) for Children with CP Exclusion Criteria: * Health problems not associated with CP. * Seizure hemispatial neglect. * Orthopaedic surgery on the involved upper extremity. * Botulinum toxin therapy for the affected upper extremity within the past 6 months or within the study period. * Balance problems
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Rising Sun Institute — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Maria Amjad, MS-PPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: IMRAN AMJAD, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 9233224390125
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.