Rehabilitation for trunk control in young 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 focuses on improving trunk control in young children with cerebral palsy (CP) through a specific rehabilitation program called Rehabilitation by Activities Involving the Trunk (RAIT). The main goal is to reduce the peak anterior deceleration of the sternum during walking, which is crucial for better balance and gait. Secondary objectives include enhancing overall postural control and reducing gait variability. Children aged 18 months to 5 years with specific types of CP will participate in this intervention, which aims to provide measurable improvements in their mobility and stability.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

For children with CP

* Age between 18 months and 5 years 6 months
* CP type: spastic paraparesis or spastic hemiparesis, GMFCS I to II
* No or moderate retraction of the sural triceps (ankle dorsiflexion: \> 5° on clinical examination, knee straight)
* Sufficient level of understanding to carry out activities involving the trunk in the form of self-exercises (rehabilitation protocol), as well as clinical assessments and functional explorations.
* Acceptance by the physiotherapist in charge of the child's follow-up to collaborate in carrying out the RAIT.
* Affiliated with a social security scheme

For children with DT

* Age between 18 months and 5 years 6 months
* Walking acquired before age 18 months
* Sufficient level of understanding to perform clinical assessments and functional explorations
* Affiliated with a social security scheme

Exclusion Criteria:

For children with CP

* Previous surgery on lower limbs less than 1 year ago
* Botulinum toxin A injection less than 6 months ago
* Any change in rehabilitative and/or orthopedic management in the last 2 months
* Hip flessum \> 20
* Presence of subacute or chronic pain on standing or walking

For children with DT

\- Neurological and/or orthopedic disorders that may influence gait

Where it's running

• Institut Régional de Médecine Physique et de Réadaptation
  Nancy, France Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Jonathan Pierret, PhD
• Email: jonathan.pierret@ugecam.assurance-maladie.fr
• Phone: +33 3 83 52 6761

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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.