Cuevas Medek Exercises to improve balance and posture in children with spastic cerebral palsy
Effects of Cuevas Medek Exercises on Postural Control and Balance in Children With Spastic Cerebral Palsy
This study will test whether Cuevas Medek Exercises help children with spastic cerebral palsy improve their balance and postural control compared with conventional physical therapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 54 (estimated) |
| Ages | 2 Years to 6 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bhalwal, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT07403162 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
Children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy who meet eligibility criteria will be randomly assigned to receive either Cuevas Medek Exercises or conventional therapy over the intervention period. Outcomes measuring postural control and balance will be collected before and after the intervention to compare changes between groups. The trial focuses on children with GMFCS levels III–V and uses standardized clinical measures to quantify improvements. Results aim to provide comparative evidence to guide pediatric physiotherapy choices.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy at GMFCS level III to V, with Modified Ashworth Scale ≤ 2, and who can follow simple commands.
Not a fit: Children with severe cognitive impairment, uncontrolled epilepsy or frequent seizures, significant visual or hearing impairment, recent orthopedic/neurosurgical procedures, other neurological disorders, or those already in other experimental therapies are unlikely to benefit from participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the intervention could improve postural control and balance, which may lead to better stability and daily functioning for affected children.
How similar studies have performed: Small studies and case series have suggested potential benefits of Cuevas Medek Exercises, but high-quality randomized trials directly comparing it to conventional therapy are limited.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy * GMFCS Level III to V * Modified Ashworth Scale ≤ 2 * Able to follow simple commands Exclusion Criteria: * Severe cognitive impairment * Uncontrolled epilepsy or frequent seizures * Visual or hearing impairment limiting treatment * History of recent orthopedic or neurosurgical procedures * Other neurological disorders (genetic syndromes, traumatic brain injury) * Participation in other experimental therapies during the study period
Where this trial is running
Bhalwal, Punjab Province
- Tehsil Headquarter Bhalwal — Bhalwal, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ayesha Bashir, PhD — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03324390125
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.