Status:

RECRUITING

A Novel Program Using Ride-on Toys to Improve Upper Extremity Function in Children With Hemiplegia

Lead Sponsor:

University of Connecticut

Collaborating Sponsors:

Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)

Conditions:

Hemiplegia

Cerebral Palsy

Eligibility:

All Genders

3-8 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to assess the feasibility and utility of 2 types of play-based training programs co-delivered by researchers and caregivers within home/community settings to promote arm f...

Detailed Description

Prior to the start of the study, researchers will conduct a phone screening with the family to confirm their child's eligibility to participate in the study. Once eligibility is confirmed, during the ...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Boys and girls between the ages of 3 - 8 years
  • Diagnosed with hemiplegia by a medical doctor with clear asymmetry in upper extremity strength and control (i.e., one upper limb is clearly weaker than the other)
  • Can maintain a supported sitting position for at least 15 minutes

Exclusion

  • Only lower limb involvement
  • Recent history (within past 6 months) of trauma or surgery or Botox
  • Uncorrected blindness/profound visual impairment
  • Fixed deformities at wrist or hand
  • No active control in affected UE
  • Inability to follow 2-step directions
  • Weight \> 150 lbs.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

September 26 2024

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

September 1 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

30 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06579027

Start Date

September 26 2024

End Date

September 1 2026

Last Update

June 5 2025

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Physical Therapy Program, Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut

Storrs, Connecticut, United States, 06269