Evaluating Taping Techniques for Balance in 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 effectiveness of three different taping techniques—ankle correction, quadriceps facilitation, and gluteus maximus facilitation—on improving balance skills in children aged 4-15 with mildly affected cerebral palsy. Participants will undergo each taping application with a one-week interval, followed by balance assessments using the Wii Balance System. The study aims to determine which technique provides the best immediate effect on balance, utilizing various classification systems to evaluate the children's motor and communication abilities.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Having a diagnosis of bilateral spastic type cerebral palsy (CP),
* Age between 4-15 years,
* Communication Function Classification System (CFCS) level 1-2,
* Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) level 1-2,
* Volunteering to participate in the study.

Exclusion criteria:

* Having experienced lower extremity fracture, muscle-tendon, or bone surgery in the last 6 months, or undergone spine or orthopedic surgery that would affect the lower extremity,
* Exposure to any pharmacological agent or intervention inhibiting spasticity in the last 6 months,
* Developing an allergic reaction to kinesio tape."

Where it's running

• Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University
  Bolu, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Ozge KARANLIK, Msc — Abant Izzet Baysal University
• Study coordinator: Seda Ayaz Taş, Phd
• Email: seda.ayaztas@ibu.edu.tr
• Phone: +90 549 545 80 40

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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.