Improving ankle movement and balance in children with spastic 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 clinical trial investigates the effects of Mulligan's Mobilization with Movement (MWM) on the talocrural joint in children with spastic cerebral palsy. The study aims to assess improvements in ankle range of motion, balance, and gait speed through a randomized controlled approach. Participants aged 8 to 18 years with a diagnosis of spastic cerebral palsy will receive either MWM or conventional treatment. The trial will evaluate the immediate and long-term benefits of this physical therapy technique on functional mobility.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Both genders
* Age group 8-18 years
* Diagnosis of spastic Cerebral Palsy
* CP to follow verbal directions
* Modified Ashworth Scale score of '1' or '1+'
* Function classification system (GMFCS) level I or II ability to walk
* 10 m or more independently

Exclusion Criteria:

* visual, hearing disorders
* verbal and cognitive disorders (unable to comprehend commands)
* recent lower extremity surgery
* botulinum toxin injection

Where it's running

• PAF School for Persons With special Needs PNS, Islamabad
  Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Kinza Anwar, Ms-Ompt — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: Kinza Anwar, Ms-Ompt
• Email: kinza.anwar@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: +92-3239735427

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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.