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Could early walking after surgery help kids with cerebral palsy?

NCT ID NCT07598604

Symptom relief Sponsor: Elcin Akyurek Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether letting children with cerebral palsy walk sooner after calf surgery helps their foot movement and motor skills. Forty-two children aged 4 to 14 will either get a cast for 3 weeks or a brace right away, plus physical therapy. Researchers will check their progress over a year to see which approach works better.

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Active substance
ankle foot orthosis (AFO) and exercise
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a better, faster recovery plan for children with cerebral palsy after calf surgery, improving their walking and daily function.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 42 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The study hasn't started yet, and the benefits of early mobilization are still unproven.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 42 people

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Expected to start

Jun 2026

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Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

4 to 14 years

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria 1. Diagnosis: Children diagnosed with spastic-type Cerebral Palsy (CP). 2. Age Range: Participants aged between 4 and 14 years. 3. Functional Level: Children with Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) levels I-II (able to walk independently or with minimal assistance). 4. Surgical Indication: Scheduled for orthopedic surgery (gastrotenotomy) due to equinus deformity. 5. Cognitive Status: Sufficient cognitive capacity to understand verbal instructions. 6. Parental Consent: Written informed consent obtained from parents or legal guardians. Exclusion Criteria 1. Other CP Types: Children diagnosed with dyskinetic, ataxic, or mixed-type CP. 2. Functional Level: Participants with GMFCS levels III, IV, or V (unable to walk independently or dependent on a wheelchair). 3. Concomitant Orthopedic Problems: Presence of hip dysplasia, scoliosis, or severe lower extremity contractures that may affect gait patterns. 4. Neuromuscular or Other Diseases: Presence of non-CP neuromuscular disorders (e.g., muscular dystrophy, peripheral neuropathy). 5. Previous Surgery: History of tendon lengthening or muscle release surgery in the same lower extremity. 6. Postoperative Complications: Development of surgical site infection, excessive pain, or conditions requiring reoperation. 7. Noncompliance with Rehabilitation: Inability to attend prescribed physical therapy and rehabilitation sessions regularly or poor adherence to the treatment program.

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Conditions

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cerebral palsy spastic cerebral palsy

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Cerebral palsy

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