New ankle training shows promise for kids with cerebral palsy
NCT ID NCT05154253
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether targeted ankle resistance training and a smart ankle assist device can improve walking in children with cerebral palsy (ages 8-21). Researchers will measure changes in walking speed, muscle activity, and endurance. The goal is to find better ways to help these children move more easily.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Phase 1
The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.
- Participants
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About 36 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Feb 2023
- Expected to finish
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Sep 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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- Ages
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8 to 21 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Ages between 8 and 21 years old, inclusive. Diagnosis of CP and a pathological gait pattern caused by ankle dysfunction. * Able to understand and follow simple directions (based on parent report, if needed) and walk at least 30 feet with or without a walking aid (Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) Level I-III). * At least 20° of passive plantar-flexion range of motion. Exclusion Criteria: * Concurrent treatment other than those assigned during the study. * A condition other than CP that would affect safe participation. * Surgical intervention within 6 months of participation.
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Locations
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Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare
RECRUITINGMinneapolis, Minnesota, 55101, United States
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