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Could a quick vibration session before casting help kids with CP move better?

NCT ID NCT06693388

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether adding whole-body vibration (standing on a vibrating platform) right before serial casting can improve ankle movement in children with cerebral palsy. About 45 kids aged 3-17 will do exercises with or without vibration before getting their weekly cast. The goal is to see if this combo speeds up gains in ankle flexibility and reduces the number of casts needed.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Whole-body vibration
What this could lead to
If it works, this could shorten the time children with cerebral palsy need to be in casts, reducing discomfort and healthcare costs.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 45 participants. The added benefit of vibration over standard casting alone may be small or absent, and results may not apply to all children with CP.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 45 people

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Started

Nov 2024

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

3 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Ages 3-17 and 32 weeks exclusive years; * Diagnosis of cerebral palsy; * GMFCS levels I-III; * Stands with upper extremity support or less support; * Active referral from a prescribing provider for serial casting with ankle DF of \<10 degrees; * Willing to pursue care at \[primary site\] outpatient physical therapy clinic for the duration of the study; * Subjects/families must be able to communicate in the English language without the need for interpreter. Exclusion Criteria: * History of selective dorsal rhizotomy; * previous Achilles tendon lengthening or other orthopedic interventions to the lower extremities in 1 year prior to enrollment; * skin, circulation, vascular conditions; * Previous history of cancer; * Reduced ankle/foot sensation; * Allergies to casting materials.

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Locations

  • Nationwide Children's Hospital

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    Columbus, Ohio, 43228, United States

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