CEREBRAL PALSY (CP)

This study tests whether a child-friendly core exercise program, called Fun-Core, can improve balance and daily movement in children aged 6 to 12 with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Half of the 54 participants will do the Fun-Core exercises at home three times a week for 8 weeks, whi…

This study tests a powered knee brace called Agilik in 10 children with cerebral palsy who walk with a crouched gait. The brace helps straighten the knees and reduce effort while walking. Researchers will compare walking with the brace to walking without it to see if it improves …

This study tests whether adding repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to standard rehabilitation can improve leg movement and reduce muscle stiffness in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. About 20 children aged 5 to 18 with mild to moderate walking diffi…

This study tests whether task-specific electrical stimulation can improve upper limb gross motor skills in 30 children aged 2-6 with spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy. The therapy applies electrical pulses to specific muscles during targeted tasks to enhance movement and motor …

This study looks at how well people with conditions like cerebral palsy or cancer tolerate a new blended tube feed. Up to 50 participants will use the feed for 28 days, and researchers will track symptoms like reflux, vomiting, and diarrhea. The goal is to see if the feed is easy…

This study looks at whether botulinum toxin type A injections can improve hand and leg function and overall quality of life in 30 children and teens (ages 8-17) with spastic hemiparetic cerebral palsy. Participants receive the injection and are assessed before, at 4 weeks, and at…

This study explores whether a two-week intensive dance program can improve motor, cognitive, and psychosocial learning in children with cerebral palsy. Six children aged 6-17 will participate in dance classes led by instructors, with assessments before, during, and after the prog…

This study tests a new physical therapy method for children with cerebral palsy who have crouch gait (a bent-knee walking pattern). Instead of only stretching tight hamstrings, the therapy also works on pelvic alignment and strengthens the soleus muscle in the calf. Forty childre…

This study tests a special exercise program called Task-Oriented Circuit Training (TOCT) in 34 children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy, ages 5 to 12. The training focuses on repeating real-life movements to improve walking and participation in daily activities. Researchers will m…

This study tests whether using speech supplementation strategies—like pointing to letters or using special emphasis—can help children with cerebral palsy speak more clearly. About 100 kids aged 7 to 17 will learn these strategies and compare their speech clarity before and after …

This study tests a treatment called cryoneurolysis, which uses ultrasound-guided freezing to calm overactive nerves in the shoulder and elbow. It is for people with cerebral palsy who have painful or disabling muscle tightness and have run out of other options. The goal is to see…

This study tests whether a telehealth program that coaches parents to use adaptive standers can improve physical activity, sleep, and endurance in children ages 1-6 with severe motor delays (like cerebral palsy). Children will stand in a special stander for 30 minutes, three time…

This study looks at two new ways to help children with cerebral palsy improve hand function. One method uses a video-game-like system (Leap Motion) to guide hand exercises, and the other uses mild electrical stimulation (NMES) to activate muscles. Thirty children aged 6 to 15 wil…

This study tests a 3-week intensive exercise program for young children with cerebral palsy who cannot walk on their own. The program uses a harness and treadmill to help kids practice walking, aiming to improve their movement and daily life skills. Researchers will compare this …

This study looks at how a 2-week, personalized therapy program helps children aged 4-12 with conditions like autism, cerebral palsy, or genetic disorders. Kids get about 2.5 hours of tailored therapy each day, focusing on skills like movement, attention, and communication. The go…

This study looks at how often a non-invasive treatment called radial shock wave therapy should be given to children with cerebral palsy to reduce muscle stiffness and improve movement and balance. About 45 children aged 6 to 14 will be split into three groups: one gets fake treat…

This study tests a 10-day intensive rehabilitation program for children and teens with cerebral palsy. The program combines two proven therapies to improve hand and arm function. Researchers will enroll 90 participants aged 3 to 17 to see if this approach helps them use their han…

This study looks at whether special brain gym exercises can improve balance and quality of life in children aged 6 to 8 with spastic diplegia, a type of cerebral palsy that affects the legs. Researchers will measure balance using a machine and quality of life through a detailed q…

This study tests whether adding whole-body vibration to standard serial casting (weekly leg casts) can improve ankle movement faster in children with cerebral palsy. About 45 children aged 3–17 who need ankle casting will participate. The goal is to see if this combination reduce…

This study tests whether a mixed-reality video game called Bootle Blast can help children aged 6-17 with hemiplegic cerebral palsy improve their arm and hand skills through home practice. About 46 participants will either start the game right away or wait 12 weeks while continuin…

This study tests a robot exoskeleton called Bambini Kids that helps children with cerebral palsy move their legs in a more natural walking pattern. The goal is to see if it is safe and improves walking and motor skills. About 30 children aged 2 to 10 will use the device during th…

This study is testing a new early intervention program for babies aged 4-10 months who are at risk of developing cerebral palsy. The program combines weekly therapy sessions with home activities over 12 weeks. Researchers want to see if the program is safe, practical, and accepta…

This study talks to children with cerebral palsy who have sleep breathing issues, their parents, and healthcare workers. The goal is to learn about their experiences with diagnosis and treatment, like using a breathing mask at night. By gathering these stories, researchers hope t…

This study explores whether watching action videos with added sounds and touch sensations can better activate the brain's mirror neuron system in children and teens with cerebral palsy (CP) compared to watching videos alone. Researchers will measure brain activity using EEG and t…

This study asks 500 adults with cerebral palsy about their memories of botulinum toxin injections they received as children. Researchers want to understand how patients felt about the pain, communication with doctors, and whether the treatment helped them long-term. The goal is t…

This study looks at how two different year-long calf stretching programs affect walking, muscle health, and daily life in 40 adults with cerebral palsy. Researchers want to understand if these stretches can reverse muscle changes caused by limited movement. The goal is to develop…

This study is translating and testing a special newborn neurological exam, called the Hammersmith Neonatal Neurological Examination (HNNE), for use with high-risk babies in Turkey. High-risk infants include those born prematurely or with conditions that could affect brain develop…

This study looks at whether a steady beat (rhythm) helps children with cerebral palsy or coordination disorders learn dance moves better. About 68 children aged 8 to 16 will take part, including those with and without motor issues. Researchers will compare how well they remember …

This study looks at how children aged 8 to 17 with and without cerebral palsy use their brains to find their way around. Using a virtual reality game and a special cap that measures brain waves (EEG), researchers want to see what makes navigation harder for some kids. The goal is…

This study looks at how common sleep breathing problems are in children with cerebral palsy (CP) and how many use breathing machines at night. Researchers will track new cases over a year and explore what helps or hinders access to care. The goal is to improve early detection and…

This study is testing whether hand and arm assessments for children with cerebral palsy can be done effectively through video calls instead of in-person visits. About 100 children aged 6 to 17 will try virtual tests at home, and researchers will compare the results to in-person a…