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Turning play into therapy: Ride-On toys may boost arm strength in kids with hemiplegia

NCT ID NCT06579027

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Connecticut Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a home-based training program using joystick-operated ride-on toys can help children aged 3-8 with hemiplegia improve arm function. Children will use their affected arm to drive the toy through playful challenges, compared to a creative upper extremity training program. The study will assess feasibility, satisfaction, and changes in arm use and grip strength.

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Active substance
A home-based training program using joystick-operated ride-on toys (SPEED training) compared to creative upper extremity training (CRAFT)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a fun, child-friendly way to improve arm function and encourage use of the affected arm in daily activities for children with hemiplegia.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. Results may not generalize, and the training may not lead to significant motor improvements.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

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Started

Sep 2024

Expected to finish

Jul 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

3 to 8 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Boys and girls between the ages of 3 - 8 years * Diagnosed with hemiplegia by a medical doctor with clear asymmetry in upper extremity strength and control (i.e., one upper limb is clearly weaker than the other) * Can maintain a supported sitting position for at least 15 minutes Exclusion Criteria: * Only lower limb involvement * Recent history (within past 6 months) of trauma or surgery or Botox * Uncorrected blindness/profound visual impairment * Fixed deformities at wrist or hand * No active control in affected UE * Inability to follow 2-step directions * Weight \> 150 lbs.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral palsy cerebral palsy spastic hemiplegic hemiplegia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Cerebral palsy Children, only Hemiplegia

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Physical Therapy Program, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut

    Storrs, Connecticut, 06269, United States

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