Backward walking may boost mobility in kids with cerebral palsy
NCT ID NCT07251751
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether walking forward or backward is better for improving movement and balance in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Sixty children ages 6 to 9 took part in gait training sessions. Researchers measured changes in gross motor function to see which direction helped more.
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El Shohadaa Central Hospital
Shibīn al Kawm, Monoufia, Egypt
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