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Can a simple leg measurement predict balance problems in kids with cerebral palsy?

NCT ID NCT07725627

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether the angle of the thigh bone (quadriceps angle) and body mass index are linked to dynamic balance in children aged 6 to 10 with spastic diplegic cerebral palsy. Researchers will measure balance using a special platform and compare it to each child's leg angle and BMI. The goal is to see if these simple measurements can help identify children who may need extra balance support.

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What this could lead to
If a link is found, it could help therapists design better balance-training programs for children with cerebral palsy.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for correlations, so it won't directly improve balance or offer a therapy.

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Participants

About 72 people

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Expected to start

Jul 2026

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Expected to finish

Mar 2027

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Ambulatory children with diplegic cerebral palsy of both gender

Ages

6 to 10 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Ages between 6 to 10 years. * Children heights should be more thsn 1 meter. * Grade 1 or 1+ spasticity according to modified ashworth scale * Level 1 or 2 on gross motor function classification system. * All children are able to follow verbal commands. Exclusion Criteria: * Children with epileptic fits. * Severe visual and auditory problems. * Fixed deformities of the lower extremities.

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Conditions

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cerebral palsy spastic cerebral palsy spastic diplegia

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Diplegic cerebral palsy

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