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Rock climbing therapy shows promise for kids with hemiplegia

NCT ID NCT05983887

Symptom relief Sponsor: Pavlos Kitixis Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This small study tested whether indoor rock climbing can improve muscle strength, tone, and balance in children with hemiplegia (weakness on one side of the body). Twelve children aged 4 to 16 completed climbing moves like flags and traverses on a climbing wall. Researchers measured changes in strength, balance, and muscle stiffness. The results are preliminary and need larger studies to confirm any benefits.

What this could mean

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Active substance
therapeutic climbing (indoor climbing wall exercises)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, complementary therapy to help children with hemiplegia build strength and balance.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 12 children, so results may not apply to everyone. Climbing also carries a risk of falls or injury.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

12 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Apr 2023

Finished

Sep 2023

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

4 to 16 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children from 4 to 16 years old * Children with Hemiplegia * Evaluated as Level 1 on GMFCS Exclusion Criteria: * Botulinum toxin injection in last 6 months * Surgery in the last 1 year (myofascial lengthening etc.) * Children with poor cognitive skills (not following instructions etc.)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hemiplegia Paresis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Hemiplegia and hemiparesis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Physiotherapy

    Lamia, Phthiotis, 35100, Greece

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