Training program for children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy
Efficacy Research of Bimanual Intensive Training in Children With Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
NA · National Taiwan University Hospital · NCT04516876
This study tests a camp-based training program to see if it can help children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy use their affected arm better through fun activities.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 5 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Taiwan University Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Trial ID | NCT04516876 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project investigates the feasibility, efficacy, and acceptability of a camp-based bimanual intensive training (BIT) program for children diagnosed with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. The intervention focuses on improving the use of the affected upper limb through structured activities and therapy. Participants will be assessed for their ability to engage in bimanual tasks and the overall impact on their motor skills. The study aims to provide insights into how effective this training model can be in a camp setting.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children diagnosed with hemiplegic cerebral palsy who have limited use of one upper limb and meet specific inclusion criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with severe cognitive, visual, or auditory disorders, or those who have undergone recent treatments affecting the upper limb may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance motor function and daily living skills in children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar bimanual training approaches in improving motor skills in children with cerebral palsy.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Diagnosis of cerebral palsy(CP) with one or more affected sides. 2. Considerable nonuse of the affected upper limb (amount-of-use score of the Pediatric Motor Activity Log \< 2.5). 3. No excessive muscle tone (Modified Ashworth Scale ≤ 2 at any joints of the upper limb) before beginning treatment. 4. No severe cognitive, visual, or auditory disorders according to medical documents, parental reports, and the examiner 's clinical observation. 5. No injections of botulinum toxin type A or operations on the upper limb within 6 months.
Where this trial is running
Taipei
- National Taiwan University, Department of Occupational Therapy — Taipei, Taiwan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Tien-Ni Wang, PhD
- Email: tnwang@ntu.edu.tw
- Phone: +886 23366-8163
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.
Conditions: Cerebral Palsy, cerebral palsy, bimanual intensive training, occupational therapy