CEREBRAL PALSY (CP)

This study tested whether adding robotic rehabilitation to standard neurodevelopmental therapy helps improve leg and trunk function in children with cerebral palsy. Fifteen children participated, receiving standard therapy alone first, then standard therapy plus robotic rehab. Re…

This study tested if a gentle electrical stimulation called NMES can improve swallowing in children with cerebral palsy who have trouble eating. 26 children participated, some receiving real NMES and others a sham treatment. Researchers measured changes in swallowing ability and …

This study tested a home-based video program that adds sensory exercises to help children with cerebral palsy improve hand and finger skills. Forty children with mild spasticity took part, either following a standard home program or a sensory-enhanced version. The goal was to see…

This study tested whether adding electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to a 4-week cycling program helps children with cerebral palsy improve balance, walking, and mobility. 26 children aged 6-10 took part, with half receiving EMS during cycling and half doing the cycling program a…

This small study tested a new approach for children with cerebral palsy: combining a gentle electrical brain stimulation (tDCS) with treadmill walking. Five children completed ten sessions. The goal was to see if this combo could safely improve walking, balance, and movement. Res…

This study tested whether a high-intensity exercise program, run by physical therapy students, helps people with neurologic disabilities move better in everyday life. Fifteen participants with conditions like cerebral palsy, stroke, or spinal cord injury completed the program. Th…

This study tested whether a 6-week leg strengthening program could also improve arm and hand function in 40 children aged 6-8 with unilateral cerebral palsy. Participants did either standard rehab alone or standard rehab plus leg cross-training. The goal was to see if leg exercis…

This study tested whether kinesiology taping (a special elastic tape placed on the skin) could help children with cerebral palsy improve their trunk control and balance. Thirty children aged 2 to 18 with hemiplegic or diplegic cerebral palsy received taping on their trunk and lim…

This study tested two exercise programs in 50 children with cerebral palsy (ages 6-12) to see which better improves balance and movement. One group did exercises on unstable surfaces like balls and swings, while the other used stable surfaces like mats. Researchers measured chang…

This study tested if a technique called instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) could improve walking and flexibility in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. Thirty children aged 5 to 8 were split into two groups: one received standard physical therapy, and…

This study tested whether combining TENS (a mild electrical stimulation) with exercises that use sight and body awareness can improve walking in children with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. Thirty children aged 4 to 6 took part. Researchers measured steps, speed, and foot angle…

This study looked at two different types of arm exercises in 14 children aged 5–12 with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy. One group did bilateral strengthening exercises based on PNF patterns, and the other did plyometric exercises. The goal was to see which approach better impr…

This study looked at whether standing on a gently vibrating platform (with or without shoes) can improve balance, walking, and leg strength in children with cerebral palsy. 36 children with mild to moderate CP took part, adding vibration training to their usual physical therapy. …

This study looked at whether dry needling can reduce muscle stiffness and improve movement in 48 children with cerebral palsy who could walk. Researchers measured spasticity, mobility, and motor skills before and after treatment. The goal was to see if this therapy could help chi…

This study tested prefabricated carbon fiber ankle-foot braces in 65 children and teens with conditions like cerebral palsy or spinal cord injury. Researchers measured walking speed, stride length, and user satisfaction. The goal was to see if these braces improve gait and comfor…

This study looked at whether adding sensory integration therapy to standard balance exercises helps children with cerebral palsy. 22 children aged 6-10 took part in a 12-week program. Researchers measured changes in balance, thinking skills, and daily independence. The goal was t…

This study tested whether two different probiotic supplements could improve constipation and weight gain in 30 children with cerebral palsy. Participants took either Lactobacillus reuteri or a prebiotic-enriched Lactobacillus rhamnosus daily for 28 days. Caregivers tracked bowel …

This study tested whether adding ultrasound or whole-body vibration to regular stretching helps children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy improve knee movement and daily function. Sixty children aged 4 to 6 years took part. The goal was to see which extra therapy works best for inc…

This study tested whether a NAO robot could make occupational therapy more effective and fun for children with cerebral palsy. Fifteen kids aged 5-15 took part in a 14-week program where the robot guided them through daily activities like dressing or eating. The robot gave encour…

This study tested a personalized water exercise program for 12 children with cerebral palsy. Each child did both the water program and standard rehab exercises for 16 weeks each. The goal was to see if the water program could improve their ability to do everyday tasks and partici…

This study looked at whether a special exercise program called Task-Specific Circuit Training (TSCT) helps children with cerebral palsy improve their movement, balance, and quality of life. Thirty-four children aged 5 to 12 who can walk with or without help took part. One group d…

This study tested two ways of using video therapy to help children with cerebral palsy improve their balance, walking, and daily movement. Twenty-two children aged 6 to 18 watched either real-time or delayed videos of actions and then tried to copy them. The goal was to see which…

This study tested whether intensive video game-based therapy can improve motor skills and daily living activities in children with cerebral palsy. Sixteen children aged 4-18 with mild to moderate motor challenges were randomly assigned to either video game therapy or standard bim…

This study looked at whether a two-week intensive physical therapy program could improve posture and movement control in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Thirty children aged 4 to 8 took part. The therapy focused on active participation and was compared to a standard therapy…

This study looked at whether aromatherapy (lavender oil foot massage) or reflexology (pressing specific points on the feet) could reduce pain and improve sleep in 90 children with cerebral palsy, aged 6 to 12. The children were split into three groups: one got aromatherapy, one g…

This study checked the nutritional health of 84 children with cerebral palsy, who often face eating challenges. Researchers used simple arm measurements to find malnutrition and linked it to how severe the child's motor and feeding problems were. The goal was to find better ways …

This study asked 97 adolescents with cerebral palsy, their caregivers, and their physiotherapists to rate the teens' quality of life using a standard questionnaire. The goal was to see how closely their answers matched. The results help us understand whether relying on reports fr…

This study looked at 140 school-age children with cerebral palsy to see if arm and leg muscle strength influences their daily activities, participation, and quality of life. Researchers measured muscle strength and compared results to typically developing peers. The goal was to u…

This study surveyed 105 Turkish pediatric physical therapists to see how they use tools to detect cerebral palsy (CP) early in babies. CP affects movement and posture, and early diagnosis can lead to better outcomes. The survey asked about awareness and use of recommended assessm…