RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05805410

Neuromuscular Mechanisms of Specific Trunk Interventions in Children With CP

Neuromuscular Mechanisms of Specific Trunk Interventions in Children With Cerebral Palsy


Sponsor

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Enrollment

44 participants

Start Date

Nov 1, 2022

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Determine the effect of repeated pelvis perturbation training on trunk posture and locomotor function in children with CP.


Eligibility

Min Age: 4 YearsMax Age: 12 Years

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This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Conventional physical therapy and a behavioral approach called robotic hippotherapy for people with child behavior. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 4 Years to 12 Years.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALrobotic hippotherapy

A custom designed cable-driven robotic system that mimics horseback movement during walking was used in this study.

BEHAVIORALConventional physical therapy

Stretching of trunk and leg muscles, followed by sitting and standing balance training, and conventional treadmill walking.


Locations(1)

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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