Robot hands may rewire brains of children with cerebral palsy

NCT ID NCT06450158

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Cook Children's Health Care System Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether robot-assisted hand training can improve hand function and brain activity in children with cerebral palsy. Participants use a device called Amadeo that moves their fingers in exercises and games. The trial measures changes in brain signals, hand strength, and daily hand use.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Amadeo robot-assisted hand training device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a new therapy to improve hand function and brain reorganization in children with cerebral palsy.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study with a small number of participants, so results may not apply to all children with CP. The robot training may not lead to lasting improvements.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral palsy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CEREBRAL PALSY

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Locations

Cook Children's Medical Center
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Fort Worth, Texas, 76104, United States

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