Improving ankle movement and balance in children with spastic cerebral palsy
Effects of Talocrural Joint Mobilization With Movement in Spastic Cerebral Palsy Patients
This study is testing if a special physical therapy technique can help improve ankle movement and balance in children with spastic cerebral palsy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 8 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Islamabad, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06598657 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 8-18 years diagnosed with spastic cerebral palsy who can follow verbal directions and have a Modified Ashworth Scale score of '1' or '1+'.
Not a fit: Patients with visual or hearing disorders, cognitive impairments, recent lower extremity surgery, or those who have received botulinum toxin injections may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance mobility and quality of life for children with spastic cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies using similar mobilization techniques have shown promising results in improving joint function and mobility, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 this trial is running
Islamabad, Punjab Province
- 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
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.