Parents and therapists team up to boost walking in kids with stroke
NCT ID NCT03672864
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether early, intensive leg exercises, done by a physical therapist and a parent together, can improve walking and motor skills in children aged 8 months to 3 years who had a stroke around birth. The study compares this approach to usual care. The goal is to see if this partnership helps children move better and improves their quality of life.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Alberta Children's Hospital
Calgary, Alberta, T3B 6A8, Canada
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Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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