Robot therapy may give kids with cerebral palsy a stronger grip
NCT ID NCT07249866
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will test whether robotic-assisted therapy can improve hand function, grip strength, and wrist position sense in 32 children aged 6-9 with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Participants will use a robotic device to perform repetitive, goal-oriented hand exercises. The goal is to see if this high-tech approach works better than standard therapy alone.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 32 people
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- Expected to start
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Nov 2025
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- Expected to finish
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Feb 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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6 to 9 years
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Their ages range from 6-9 years * They have mild to moderate spasticity (grade 1- 2) according to Modified Ashworth Scale * Their motor function will be at level I and II according to Gross Motor Function Classification System GMFCS * Their manual abilities will be at level II and Level III according to Manual Ability classification system * They will be able to understand and follow instructions Exclusion Criteria: * Fixed deformity in any joints of the upper limb. * Previous history of surgical intervention in the upper limb. * Auditory, visual and cognitive problems. * Botulinum Toxin injection in last 6 months.
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Locations
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Cairo University
Cairo, State/Province, 3387722, Egypt
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