Special exercises may ease stiffness and improve walking in kids with cerebral palsy
NCT ID NCT06676540
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This completed study tested whether adding eccentric (lengthening) exercises to standard neurodevelopmental therapy can reduce spasticity and improve walking and balance in children aged 6–18 with spastic cerebral palsy. 42 participants with mild to moderate impairment were randomly assigned to either standard therapy alone or standard therapy plus eccentric exercises. Researchers measured changes in balance, gait, muscle tone, and spasticity using validated scales.
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Active substance
eccentric exercise training plus neurodevelopmental therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve mobility and reduce muscle stiffness in children with cerebral palsy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with 42 participants, so results may not apply to all. Exercise interventions require consistent effort and may not work for everyone.
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Locations
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Lokman Hekim University
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)