Robot buddy boosts therapy for kids with cerebral palsy

NCT ID NCT07283211

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Ankara Medipol University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a NAO robot could make occupational therapy more engaging for children with cerebral palsy. Fifteen kids aged 5-15 took part in a 14-week program where a robot helped guide daily activities and gave motivational feedback. Researchers tracked their motor skills and emotional responses to see if the robot added benefit.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: NAO robot-assisted occupational therapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a fun, engaging way to help children with cerebral palsy improve daily living skills during therapy.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early study with only 15 children. Results may not apply to all kids with CP, and the robot's effect on long-term skills is unclear.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral palsy cerebral palsy spastic hemiplegic

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING CEREBRAL PALSY (CP)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Ankara Medipol University

Altindağ, Ankara, 06050, Turkey (Türkiye)

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