Using Whole-Body Vibration Therapy to Improve Gait in 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 investigates the effects of whole-body vibration therapy on the gait of children diagnosed with cerebral palsy. It involves comparing the outcomes of usual physiotherapy with and without the addition of vibration therapy. The participants will be children aged 2 to 11 years, classified under GMFCS levels I and II, who are receiving treatment at collaborating centers. The study aims to observe functional improvements in gait and overall mobility.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of neurological developmental disorder: Cerebral Palsy. (According to DSM-V)
* Age between 2 to 11 years.
* GMFCS I and II.
* Assessed and/or intervened in or from centers, institutions, etc. who collaborate with the University of Almería or participate in them. Specifically from the "Interactúa" Child Development and Early Care Center.
* The subject, father/mother/legal guardian of each subject, prior to inclusion in the study, must have signed the informed consent for the participation of himself or his/her child in it, leaving a record that it could be abandoned if at any time they deem it appropriate and without having to justify it.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of Epilepsy.
* Serious blood circulation problems.
* Recent operations.
* Prosthetics.
* Start of another type of therapy different from the current one.
* Not having indication for Physiotherapy.

Where it's running

• María del Mar Sánchez-Joya
  Almería, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Maria del Mar Sanchez Joya, PhD
• Email: msj260@ual.es
• Phone: 627445787

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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.