SPASTIC CEREBRAL PALSY

This study tested whether a single infusion of a child's own stored umbilical cord blood could improve movement in children with spastic cerebral palsy. 63 children aged 1 to 6 years received either cord blood or a placebo, and their motor skills were measured over a year. The go…

This study tested whether a special nerve block (erector spinae plane block) could reduce the amount of strong painkillers (opioids) needed after a spinal surgery called selective dorsal rhizotomy in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Thirty children aged 6 to 18 took part. Th…

This study looked at whether a 6-week home stretching program, including a short period of casting, can improve muscle length, flexibility, and strength in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Thirty children aged 4 to 11 with mild to moderate mobility challenges took part. The …

This study tested whether walking forward or backward is better for improving movement in children with spastic cerebral palsy. Sixty kids aged 6 to 9 took part in gait training sessions. Researchers measured changes in balance, mobility, and overall motor function to see which d…

This study tested a 15-session exercise camp for children aged 5 to 18 with spastic cerebral palsy. The goal was to see if the program could improve leg movement, walking, running, and stair climbing. All 23 participants attended the camp and did home exercises afterward. Researc…

This study looked at whether serial casting (applying a series of casts) can improve ankle movement and walking in children with spastic cerebral palsy who have tight calf muscles. Forty children aged 3 to 12 took part. The goal was to see if this simple, non-surgical treatment c…

This study tested whether adding an elastic leg brace to standard therapy helps children with spastic cerebral palsy walk and keep their balance better. Twenty-six children aged 1.5 to 7 years took part. The researchers compared standard therapy alone to standard therapy plus the…

This study looked at how walking patterns change during a 3-minute walk in 36 children with spastic cerebral palsy compared to 36 typically developing children. Researchers measured step timing and muscle activity at different points to find the best rest intervals for therapy. T…