Spinal zap may loosen stiff muscles in kids with cerebral palsy

NCT ID NCT07516067

First seen Apr 11, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests a gentle, non-invasive stimulation on the back and legs to see if it can reduce muscle stiffness (spasticity) in children with cerebral palsy. About 30 kids aged 5 to 17 will do movement exercises and receive mild electrical pulses that feel like a light tap. The goal is to understand how the spinal cord becomes overactive and whether this stimulation can calm it down, making movement easier.

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    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15224, United States

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