CEREBRAL PALSY (CP)

This study tests a wearable robotic exoskeleton called Bambini Teens in 20 children aged 5 to 14 with cerebral palsy. The device assists leg movement during walking training. Researchers will check if it is safe and easy to use, and if it improves walking speed after six 30-minut…

This pilot study will test a small screw placed in the hip bone to help correct a wide hip angle (coxa valga) in 50 children with cerebral palsy who have early hip subluxation. The goal is to see if the screw can guide bone growth and improve hip alignment, potentially preventing…

This study will test whether a structured aquatic therapy program can improve balance in children aged 5 to 12 with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. Fifty participants will be split into two groups: one receiving water-based therapy and the other continuing standard land-based ph…

This small pilot study will test whether a non-immersive virtual reality system called Rehametrics is practical and enjoyable for children with cerebral palsy aged 4 to 10. Ten participants will do balance and walking exercises using the system. The main goal is to see if kids co…

This study tests whether a virtual reality exercise program, done at home with telehealth coaching, can help children with cerebral palsy become more physically active. 130 kids aged 10 to 17 will either play seated arm exercise games using a VR headset for 12 weeks or continue t…

This study tests whether a device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear (taVNS) can safely reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain in adults with cerebral palsy. Thirty-two participants will use either the active device or a sham (inactive) version at home for 30 days. Researcher…

This study tests whether combining functional electrical stimulation (gentle electrical pulses to help muscles move) with circuit training can improve balance, posture, and walking in children with cerebral palsy. Forty-six children with mild to moderate CP will be split into two…

This pilot study tests whether combining AI-assisted brain stimulation (tDCS) with hand-arm training can improve movement in children aged 6-17 with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy. Fifteen participants will receive either real or sham stimulation over 5 sessions. The goal is t…

This study will compare two common physical therapy approaches—Bobath (neurodevelopmental treatment) and functional physiotherapy—to see which one better improves upper arm strength and trunk control in children with cerebral palsy. Forty children aged 4 to 12 will receive one of…

This study tests a remote, 12-week program called PREP for teens with cerebral palsy and their caregivers. The program helps families set activity goals and overcome barriers at home, school, and in the community. Researchers will see if the program is practical and liked by fami…

This study tests whether virtual reality training using the Nintendo Wii Fit can improve balance, walking, and agility in children aged 7-14 with cerebral palsy. Over 6 weeks, 56 kids will either play Wii Fit games or do standard physical therapy. The goal is to see if a fun, low…

This study tests whether adding a gentle electrical stimulation to standard mouth exercises can help reduce drooling in children with cerebral palsy. About 30 children aged 4 to 17 will be split into three groups: one gets the real stimulation plus exercises, one gets exercises a…

This study tests two types of spiral arm straps (TheraTogs and TogRite) to see if they help children with unilateral spastic cerebral palsy use their affected arm and hand more effectively. Twenty-seven children aged 4 to 15 will be split into three groups: one gets rehab plus Th…

This study will test whether walking on a treadmill with body weight support can improve motor skills in children aged 5-12 with dyskinetic cerebral palsy. Twenty children will be split into two groups: one gets the treadmill training, the other gets standard Bobath therapy. Rese…

This study tests a 6-week group bootcamp for caregivers of infants (3-15 months old) diagnosed with or at high risk for cerebral palsy. The program teaches parents how to better interact with and support their baby through physical and occupational therapy techniques. The goal is…

This study will check how well motion-capture sensors track movements in 100 children and youth with cerebral palsy while they play active video games. Researchers will compare the sensors to a gold-standard system and a therapist's assessments. The goal is to see if these sensor…

This study looks at brain activity in children aged 5-15 with unilateral cerebral palsy (CP) compared to typically developing children. Using a special EEG cap, researchers measure brain waves while children watch and then perform simple actions like reaching for objects. The goa…