Can two simple therapies unlock better hand control for kids with cerebral palsy?
NCT ID NCT07673289
First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial compares two rehabilitation techniques—constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)—to see which better improves hand dexterity in children with cerebral palsy. The study includes children aged 8 to 13 with moderate mental retardation who can follow commands. Participants receive one of the two therapies alongside conventional physical therapy, and hand function is measured using the Box and Block test and the Action Research Arm Test.
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Active substance
Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
What this could lead to
If one therapy proves more effective, it could point toward a better rehabilitation approach for improving hand function in children with cerebral palsy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 26 participants, so results may not apply to all children with cerebral palsy. The therapies may show no significant difference.
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Baloch Hospital
RECRUITINGLalian, Punjab Province, Pakistan
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