Mirror neurons at work: simple therapy may improve movement in kids with cerebral palsy

NCT ID NCT07247331

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Suleyman Demirel University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether Action Observation Therapy—watching a movement and then doing it—can reduce spasticity and improve motor skills, balance, and participation in children with cerebral palsy. 36 children aged 5-13 with spastic diplegia or hemiplegia took part. The therapy was done at home with a physiotherapist, and the team measured changes in gross motor function and muscle tone.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: action observation therapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, home-based therapy to help children with cerebral palsy move better and be more active.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 36 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy may not work for all types of cerebral palsy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral palsy cerebral palsy spastic hemiplegic spastic diplegia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CEREBRAL PALSY HEMIPLEGIC CEREBRAL PALSY SPASTIC DIPLEGIA CEREBRAL PALSY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Suleyman Demirel University

Isparta, Isparta, 32200, Turkey (Türkiye)

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