Core stability exercises may boost sensory and motor skills in kids with cerebral palsy

NCT ID NCT07729800

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 28, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether reflex-mediated core stability exercises can improve sensory processing and gross motor function in children with cerebral palsy. The trial includes children aged 4 to 12 with spastic diplegic CP. One group does reflex-based core exercises while the other receives standard physical therapy. Researchers will measure changes in sensory skills and movement ability over several weeks.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: reflex-mediated core stability exercise
What this could lead to: If effective, this exercise approach could offer a new way to improve both movement and sensory skills in children with cerebral palsy.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 26 participants. Results may not apply to all children with CP, and the exercises require consistent effort over weeks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral palsy spastic diplegia sudden unexpected death in pediatrics

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CEREBRAL PALSY DNS GROSS MOTOR FUNCTION SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Sehat Medical Complex Hanjarwal

Lahore, Pakistan

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