Using kinesio tape to help children with swallowing difficulties due to cerebral palsy
Effect of Kinesio Tape on Oral and Pharangeal Swallowing Phases in Children With Spastic Cerebral Palsy
NA · Cairo University · NCT06157489
This study is testing if kinesio tape can help young children with cerebral palsy swallow better.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Ages | 2 Years to 7 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Tanta) |
| Trial ID | NCT06157489 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of kinesio tape on the oral and pharyngeal swallowing phases in children aged 2 to 7 years with spastic cerebral palsy who experience oropharyngeal dysphagia. Participants will be selected from Tanta University Hospital and must meet specific inclusion criteria, including the ability to understand and follow instructions. The study aims to assess whether kinesio tape can improve swallowing function in this population. Children with severe visual or auditory impairments, recent surgical history, or certain medical treatments will be excluded from participation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 2 to 7 years diagnosed with spastic diplegia or quadriplegia and experiencing moderate to severe dysphagia.
Not a fit: Patients with severe visual or auditory impairments, recent surgical history, or specific medical treatments may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve swallowing abilities in children with spastic cerebral palsy, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While kinesio tape has been used in various rehabilitation contexts, this specific application for oropharyngeal dysphagia in children with cerebral palsy is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age ranges from 3 to 7 years. 2. The degree of dysphagia ranges from 4 to 6 level according to functional oral intake scale (appendix II). 3. Diagnosed as spastic diplegia or quadriplegia. 4. Able to understand and follow instructions. Exclusion Criteria: Children will be excluded if they have any of the following criteria: 1. Severe visual and auditory problems. 2. History of maxillary, head or neck surgical procedures. 3. Botulinum toxin treatment of upper esophageal sphincter dysfunction, esophageal dysphagia and/or gastroesophageal reflux disease during the previous six months.
Where this trial is running
Tanta
- Hadeer samy abd elaziz — Tanta, Egypt (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hadeer Samy Abd elaziz
- Email: hadeersamypt@gmail.com
- Phone: 01097917913
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: Dysphagia, Oropharyngeal, Cerebral Palsy