Lower-extremity constraint therapy to improve walking in children with hemiplegic CP

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 interventional study compares modified constraint-induced movement therapy with conventional physical therapy to see how each affects gait speed, step length, and balance in children with spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Participants are 6 to 8 years old with mild-moderate spasticity and functional limitations who can follow commands. The trial examines changes in spatial and temporal gait parameters and overall functional mobility resulting from the two rehabilitation approaches. Outcomes will help clarify whether restricting the unaffected limb can boost locomotor performance in this population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. The age of the selected children will range from 6 to 8 years old.
2. Degree of spasticity will range from 1+ to 2 according to the modified Ashworth scale.
3. The level of motor function of the children will be levels I-II according to the Gross Motor Function Classification System.
4. Participants will present a score between 41 to 56 points on the pediatric balance scale.
5. They will be able to follow instructions and understand commands.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Bone and tendon lengthening surgeries within the last 6 months.
2. Lung and heart diseases and disorders.
3. Vision or hearing problems.
4. Children with fixed deformities in the lower extremity.
5. Children with epilepsy.
6. Recent intramuscular Botulinum toxin injection.

Where it's running

• outpatient clinic faculty of physical therapy, Cairo University
  Cairo, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Mohamed Ali Taha
• Email: dr.mo7amed.ali224@gmail.com
• Phone: 01022599920

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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.