School readiness program for preschoolers with unilateral cerebral palsy
School Readiness in Preschool-Aged Children With Cerebral Palsy
This study is testing a special school readiness program for preschoolers with unilateral cerebral palsy to see if it helps them get ready for school.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 36 Months to 71 Months |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Frisco, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT06083220 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of an intensive school readiness program designed for preschool-aged children with unilateral cerebral palsy (UCP). Participants will undergo two pre-intervention assessments, engage in the Smart Start program, and complete a post-intervention assessment to measure the program's impact on their readiness for school. The study seeks to understand how well the program can be implemented and its effectiveness in preparing children for school.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are preschool-aged children between 3 to 5 years 11 months with unilateral cerebral palsy who can visually attend to objects and show interest in them.
Not a fit: Patients with uncontrolled epilepsy, significant visual impairment, severe behavioral problems, or those unable to complete the assessment protocol may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance school readiness and developmental outcomes for children with unilateral cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on similar programs specifically for unilateral cerebral palsy, interventions aimed at improving school readiness in children with disabilities have shown promise in other studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ages 3 years to 5 years 11 months * unilateral cerebral palsy * ability to visually attend to objects * demonstrates an interest in objects * attempt to reach for or grasp an item with the impaired upper extremity * English-speaking participants Exclusion Criteria: * uncontrolled epilepsy * significant visual impairment * severe behavioral problems * inability to complete the assessment protocol
Where this trial is running
Frisco, Texas
- Scottish Rite for Children — Frisco, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Angela Shierk, PhD — Scottish Rite for Children
- Study coordinator: Angela Shierk, PhD
- Email: angela.shierk@tsrh.org
- Phone: (469) 412-7172
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.